Dupondius - Domitian (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (80-81) front Dupondius - Domitian (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (80-81) back
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Dupondius - Domitian PAX AVGVST S C; Pax

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80-81
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#251127
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax standing left, resting on column, holding caduceus in right and branch in left.

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) (80-81) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace and harmony, reflecting the Roman Empire's desire for stability and prosperity during the reign of Emperor Domitian.