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Aureus - Vespasian PAX AVG; Pax
73 year| Gold | 7 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 73 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left leaning on column, holding caduceus over tripod and branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 6.06–7.3 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus was a gold coin used in ancient Rome, and the Vespasian coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (69-79 AD). The coin's obverse side features the image of Vespasian, while the reverse side features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) holding an olive branch and a scepter. The coin's inscription, "PAX AVG," stands for "Pax Augusta," which means "Peace of the Augustus" or "Peace of the Emperor." This coin was minted to promote the idea of peace and stability during Vespasian's reign, which was marked by political and military turmoil.
