© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Denarius PAX P R
| Silver | 3.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped right hands holding winged caduceus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX P R
Translation:
Pax Populi Romani.
Peace of the Roman People.
Comment
RIC initially listed this type with obverse lettering as BON EVENT ET FELICITAS, but also mentioned that confirmation was needed for this type.Other variations cannot be ruled out but the lettering without ET seems the most correct.
Interesting fact
The Denarius (PAX P R) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (69-79 AD) and features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse, holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of peace and stability during a time of political unrest and conflict in the Roman Empire.
