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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
76 year| Bronze | 24.09 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C
Translation:
Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (76) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace and harmony. This is significant because Titus, the emperor who issued the coin, was known for his efforts to bring peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and unrest. The coin's design serves as a representation of Titus's vision for a harmonious and prosperous empire.
