© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VIII COS III PAX AETERNA AVG S C; Pax
| Bronze | 21.8 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175-176 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.8 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding cornucopia in left arm and setting fire to a pile of arms with torch in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VIII COS III PAX AETERNA AVG S C
Translation:
Imperator Octavum, Consul Tertium. Pax Aeterna Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the third time, eternal peace, emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.373–24.11 g;Diameter varies: 29.25–29.89 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius on one side and the goddess Pax (Irene) on the other. Pax is depicted holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. This coin was minted during Marcus Aurelius' reign, which was known for its relative peace and stability, earning him the nickname "The Philosopher-Emperor."
