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Sestertius - Aemilianus PACI AVG S C; Pax
253 year| Bronze | 16.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aemilianus (Marcus Aemilus Aemilianus) (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AVG S C
Translation:
Paci Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Aemilianus (PACI AVG S C; Pax) (253) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace and prosperity. This is significant because it highlights the importance of peace and prosperity during the reign of Emperor Aemilianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 254 AD. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during that time period.
