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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sestertius - Vespasian PAX AVGVST S C; Pax
| Bronze | 25.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C
Translation:
Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.39–26.2 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) standing left, holding an olive branch and a scepter. The image of Pax was a symbol of peace and prosperity, reflecting the Roman Empire's desire for stability and tranquility during Vespasian's reign.
