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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Hadrian PAX AVG S C; Pax
136 year| Orichalcum | 25 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 136 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#256722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax seated left, holding branch and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVG
S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features an image of Emperor Hadrian and the goddess Pax, was minted during a time of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire. Despite the empire's expansion and military conquests, Hadrian's reign (117-138 AD) was marked by a focus on diplomacy, cultural exchange, and infrastructure development. This coin may have been used to promote the idea of Pax Romana, or Roman peace, which was a central theme of Hadrian's rule.
