Denarius - Balbinus PAX PVBLICA; Pax
238 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Balbinus (Decimus Caelius Calvinus Balbinus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, seated left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX PVBLICA
Translation:
Pax Publica.
Peace of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Balbinus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Balbinus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 238 to 248 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Balbinus, while the reverse bears the image of Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, holding an olive branch and a scepter. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of peace and stability during a time of political turmoil and conflict within the empire. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
