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Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax
72 year| Bronze | 26.2 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 72 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.2 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace provided by the Emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.65–26.57 g;Diameter varies: 33–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (72) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which symbolizes peace and harmony, reflecting the Roman Empire's desire for stability and prosperity during the reign of Emperor Titus (79-81 AD).
