Vespasian “First Year” Denarius with Pax in 18k Gold archaeological jewelry formed during the Early Jurassic

formed during the Early Jurassic period—approximately 195 million years ago—and discovered along the famed Jurassic Coast of England

yet his image and authority continued to circulate through coinage

You can view a video of my trip to Japan featuring this exact coin here

holding a simpulum used in ritual practice

modern setting

Vespasian “First Year” Denarius with Pax in 18k Gold archaeological jewelry formed during the Early JurassicStruck at the beginning of Vespasians 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