Sestertius - Domitian (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (76-77) front Sestertius - Domitian (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (76-77) back
Sestertius - Domitian (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (76-77) photo
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Sestertius - Domitian PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax

 
Bronze 25.51 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
76-77
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
25.51 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249834
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI S C

Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace provided by the Emperor. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which is an unusual representation for a Roman coin. Pax was the goddess of peace, and her depiction on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was promoting a message of peace and tranquility during the reign of Domitian.