Maximinus Thrax, denarius, silver, reign 235–238, minted 235–238

Maximinus Thrax, denarius, silver, reign 235–238, minted 235–238, weight 3.20 g, diameter 19 mm. Obverse: Laureate, draped, cuirassed bust right; legend IMP MAXIMINVS PIVS AVG. Reverse: Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand; legend PAX AVGVSTI. Strike: Well‑centered with full legends visible. Toning: Light even silver tone with minor surface wear. References: RIC IV Maximinus Thrax 12 (denarius). This coin was struck during the reign of Maximinus Thrax, a soldier-emperor who came to power in 235 following the assassination of Severus Alexander. The denarius was a standard silver denomination within the Roman currency system. The obverse presents the imperial portrait emphasizing military attire, while the reverse shows the personification of Pax, a recurring motif in Roman coinage used to convey themes of stability and order under the emperor's authority. The Pax reverse type was issued frequently during military reigns to project an image of peace despite ongoing campaigns along the empire’s frontiers. This type was minted in Rome and forms part of the issues catalogued in RIC IV for Maximinus Thrax.