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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
| Bronze | 24.6 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.6 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250919 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 21.24–26.94 g;Diameter varies: 32–36.48 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which is an unusual representation for a Roman coin. Pax was the goddess of peace, and her depiction on the coin may have been a nod to the relative peace and stability that the Roman Empire experienced during Titus' reign. Additionally, the coin's design may have been intended to promote the idea of peace and unity throughout the empire, which was an important goal for Titus and his successors.
