Dupondius - Vespasian PAX AVG S C; Pax
| Bronze | 10.43 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.43 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left leaning on column, holding caduceus and branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian (PAX AVG S C; Pax) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 10.43 g has an interesting fact that the coin's design was used to promote the Roman Empire's new currency system, which was introduced by Vespasian in 77 AD. The coin's design features the goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse, symbolizing the stability and prosperity of the Roman Empire under Vespasian's rule.
