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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax
| Bronze | 18.7 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-231 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.7 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, running left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace provided by the Emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.6–21.327 g;Diameter varies: 28.55–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Severus Alexander coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Peace) on one side, which was a common motif during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing relative peace and stability, and the image of Pax was meant to symbolize the emperor's efforts to maintain peace and prosperity throughout the empire.
