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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius PAX AVG COS IIII S C; Pax
| Bronze | 24.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing, left, with torch in right hand setting fire to heap of arms on ground left and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG COS IIII S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.26–27.765 g;Diameter varies: 31.1–33 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, on the reverse side, which is fitting given the coin's name, Sestertius Pax. This coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace throughout the empire. The image of Pax on the coin serves as a symbol of the emperor's commitment to peace and stability.
