Roman Empire. Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-180). Denarius - Pax seated (No reserve price)

The Denarius depicting a seated Pax, or Peace, dates to the period of Marcus Aurelius's reign from AD 161 to 180. Pax, the Roman personification of peace, was frequently used on coinage to symbolize the emperor's role as a bringer of stability, especially during times marked by warfare or unrest. This imagery typically shows Pax seated, holding an olive branch or scepter, emblematic of tranquility and concord. Marcus Aurelius faced numerous military conflicts, and such coinage served as reassuring messages to the populace of the emperor's commitment to peace and order. Collectors prize these coins for their artistic representation of Roman virtues and their place within the broader narrative of the empire’s challenges and aspirations.