Denarius - Numerian (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-284) front Denarius - Numerian (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-284) back
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Denarius - Numerian PAX AVGG; Pax

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#298495
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax, draped, walking 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 features the image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which represents peace and harmony, highlighting the importance of these values during the reign of Emperor Numerian.