© Sangiorgi Auction
© Sangiorgi Auction
Sestertius - Titus PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax
| Bronze | 3.4 g | 19 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVSTI S C
Unabridged legend: Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Peace provided by the Emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Photo from Plate V of the sale of “Roman Aes; consular coins, coins and medallions of the empire in silver and bronze,” G. Sangiorgi, Rome, 7 May 1906.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (PAX AVGVSTI 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, reflecting the Roman Empire's desire for stability and prosperity during the reign of Emperor Titus (79-81 AD).
