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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Septimius Severus PACI AETERNAE; Pax
| Silver | 3.2 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 197-198 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, seated left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AETERNAE
Translation:
Paci Aeternae.
To eternal peace.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.52–4.237 g;Diameter varies: 15–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (PACI AETERNAE; Pax) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse side, which is quite unusual for a Roman coin. This is because Pax was not a commonly depicted deity in Roman art and coinage, and her appearance on this coin may indicate a specific political or propaganda message. Additionally, the use of the title "PACI AETERNAE" (Eternal Peace) on the coin suggests that the Roman Empire was promoting a message of peace and stability during the reign of Septimius Severus.
