Denarius - Julia Maesa PAX ETERNA; Pax
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| 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#276930 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX ETERNA
Translation:
Pax Aeterna.
Eternal peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Maesa coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his controversial and unconventional reign. One of his most notable actions was to introduce a new form of currency, the "Elagabalus," which was worth 25 times the value of a standard denarius. This new currency was minted in large quantities and was used to pay soldiers and civil servants. However, the introduction of the Elagabalus coin led to inflation and economic instability, and it was eventually abandoned in favor of the traditional denarius. The Denarius - Julia Maesa coin, with its image of Pax (peace) on the reverse, is a reminder of the economic and political upheaval of the time.
