Aureus - Philippus I PAX AETERN; Pax
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-247 |
| 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#282109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and transverse spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AETERN
Translation:
Pax Aeterna.
Eternal peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin of Philippus I (PAX AETERN; Pax) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the image of the emperor and the goddess Pax (Peace), reflects the empire's shift towards a more centralized and autocratic government, as well as its growing focus on military conquest and expansion. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not as valuable as other coins of its time, and its production was eventually discontinued in favor of other denominations. Today, the Aureus coin remains a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into the complex economic and political landscape of ancient Rome.
