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Aureus - Vespasian PAX; Pax
| Gold | 7.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-70 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding caduceus, corn-ears, and poppy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX
Translation: Peace.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Vespasian (PAX; Pax) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 69 to 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 design was meant to promote the idea of peace and stability, which was a key focus of Vespasian's reign. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
