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Denarius - Domitian PACI ORB TERR AVG EPHE
71 year| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of woman, turreted and draped, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI ORB TERR AVG EPHE (ligated)
Translation:
Paci Orbis Terrarum Augusti.
World peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Domitian (PACI ORB TERR AVG EPHE) (71) coin features an image of the Roman goddess of peace, Pax, on the reverse side. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (AD 81-96), as he sought to promote the idea of peace and stability throughout the empire. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the importance of peace and prosperity during this time period in Roman history.
