Vespasian “First Year” Denarius with Pax in 18k Gold
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Struck at the beginning of Vespasian’s reign, this silver denarius reflects a moment of transition as power consolidated after civil war. The portrait retains elements of the preceding Vitellian style, giving it a distinct character tied to this brief and uncertain period.
On the reverse, Pax is seated with branch and caduceus, an image that signals the restoration of order. The composition is measured and deliberate, presenting peace not as assumption, but as achievement
The History
The year AD 69 brought a succession of emperors and a fractured empire. When Vespasian emerged as victor, his earliest coinage reflects both continuity and change. Portraits from this period often retain stylistic elements associated with Vitellius, a reminder of how quickly authority shifted.
The reverse figure of Pax reinforces the central priority of the new regime. Peace was not simply declared, it was constructed through stability, administration, and control. The branch and caduceus emphasize reconciliation and the restoration of civic life after disruption.
Coins such as this circulated at a pivotal moment, carrying a clear message that the empire had returned to order. The combination of transitional portraiture and deliberate symbolism makes these early issues distinct within Vespasian’s coinage.
What’s Included
Authentic Roman silver denarius of Vespasian, guaranteed genuine
Carefully prepared and set as a finished pendant
A sterling silver chain
Optional 14k gold chain upgrade available at checkout
Protective packaging suitable for storage or gifting
Documentation describing the coin and its historical context
Coin Details
Issuer: Vespasian
Date: AD 69 to 70
Denomination: Silver denarius
Mint: Rome
Obverse: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG, laureate head right in early “Vitellius style” portrait
Reverse: COS ITER TR POT, Pax seated left holding branch and caduceus
Metal: Silver
Vespasian “First Year” Denarius with Pax in 18k Gold
$1,450.00
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