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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Claudius PACI AVGVSTAE; Pax and Nemesis
44 year| Silver | 3.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 44 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Mass varies: 3.64–3.76 g;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, while Nemesis is shown with a whip and a balance scale, symbolizing the balance and justice that the Roman Empire aimed to maintain. The coin's design highlights the importance of these values in Roman society and serves as a reminder of the empire's commitment to upholding them.
