Sestertius - Vespasian PAX AVGVSTI S C; Pax
71 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax seated left, holding branch.
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
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 the reign of Vespasian. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Pax Romana, or Roman Peace, which was a period of relative peace and stability throughout the empire that lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD.
