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Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
| Bronze | 25.5 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 | 25.5 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch out sideways in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C
Unabridged legend: Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.77–26.64 g;Diameter varies: 30–35 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) 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 it was issued during a time of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire, under the rule of Emperor Titus (79-81 AD). The coin's design and message of peace reflect the Roman Empire's values and aspirations during that period.
