Dupondius - Vespasian PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
75 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 75 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#249728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax seated left, holding branch and sceptre.
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
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian, issued during the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD), is interesting because it was part of a series of coins minted during Vespasian's reign that aimed to promote the idea of "Pax Romana" or Roman Peace. This coin, in particular, features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse, holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. The coin's design was meant to convey the message that Vespasian's rule would bring peace and stability to the empire after a period of civil war and unrest.
