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Dupondius - Vespasian PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
73 year| Bronze | 14.2 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 73 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.2 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249489 |
|---|---|
| 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 - Vespasian coin is that it features the goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse side, which was a common motif during the Roman Empire. The image of Pax was used to promote the idea of peace and stability, which was a key aspect of the Roman Empire's ideology. The coin's design also includes the inscription "PAX AVGVST S C," which translates to "Peace of the Augustus," further emphasizing the theme of peace and the connection to the Roman Emperor Augustus.
