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Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
| Bronze | 22.6 g | 31.5 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 | 22.6 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C
Unabridged legend: Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 19.71–28.43 g;Diameter varies: 33–35 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 symbolizes peace and tranquility. This is significant because it highlights the Roman Empire's emphasis on promoting peace and stability throughout its territories during the reign of Emperor Titus.
