Aureus - Maximinus Thrax PAX AVGVSTI; Pax
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace provided by the Emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Maximinus Thrax (PAX AVGVSTI; Pax) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Maximinus Thrax, who ruled the Roman Empire from 235 to 236 AD. Despite his short reign, Maximinus Thrax made significant changes to the Roman currency, including introducing a new gold coin called the Aureus, which was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. This coin was the first gold coin issued by the Roman Empire and was used as a means to promote the image of the emperor and to solidify his power. The coin's design features the image of Maximinus Thrax on one side and the goddess Pax (Peace) on the other, symbolizing the emperor's desire to bring peace and stability to the empire.