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Denarius - Maximinus Thrax PAX AVGVSTI; Pax
| Silver | 2.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace provided by the Emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.67–3.683 g;Diameter varies: 18–22.4 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Maximinus Thrax (PAX AVGVSTI; Pax) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace and harmony, highlighting the emperor's efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of conflict and turmoil.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (235-236) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Maximinus Thrax (PAX AVGVSTI; Pax) (235-236) coin.
