Dupondius - Domitian (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (73-74) front Dupondius - Domitian (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (73-74) back
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Dupondius - Domitian PAX AVGVST S C; Pax

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
73-74
Value
1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249566
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax standing left leaning on column, holding caduceus and branch.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C

Translation:
Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Domitian (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (73-74) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which represents peace and harmony, highlighting the importance of these values during Domitian's reign.