Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (74) front Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (74) back
Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (74) photo
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Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax

74 year
Bronze 24.52 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
74
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
24.52 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249643
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

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax) (74) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which symbolizes peace and prosperity. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Titus, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms, but also for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire. The image of Pax on the coin may reflect Titus' desire to emphasize the importance of peace and harmony in the Roman Empire.