Denarius - Numerian PAX AVGG; Pax
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| 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#298493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, running left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGG
Translation:
Pax Duorum Augustorum.
Peace of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Numerian coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Numerian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 283 to 284 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of the emperor, while the reverse bears the inscription "PAX AVGG," which stands for "Peace of the Augusti," a reference to the Roman Empire's policy of maintaining peace through the rule of the emperors. The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal during ancient times. Despite its age, the Denarius - Numerian coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.