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Denarius - Claudius PACI AVGVSTAE; Pax and Nemesis
| Silver | 3.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-42 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246895 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pax/Nemesis advancing right, holding drapery with right hand, left hand pointing caduceus at snake.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AVGVSTAE
Unabridged legend: Paci Augustae.
Translation: To the venerable peace.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on one side and Nemesis (Rhamnusia in Greek) on the other. Pax is depicted holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace, while Nemesis is shown with a scale and a whip, representing the balance and retribution that she brings to those who break the law. This coin was minted during the reign of Claudius, who ruled the Roman Empire from 41 to 42 AD.
