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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Pupienus PAX PVBLICA S C; Pax
238 year| Bronze | 19.2 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Pupienus (Marcus Clodius Pupienus Maximus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.2 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, seated left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Pax Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the public. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.05–21.33 g;Diameter varies: 30–31.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Pupienus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Pupienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 238 to 244 AD. Pupienus was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, which features the goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
