Antoninianus - Carus ANNONA AVGG; Annona
| Silver | 3.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding ears of corn in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNONA AVGG
-/-//RB
Translation:
Annonae Duorum Augustorum.
The grain supply of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.17–3.87 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. The coin features the image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on the reverse side, which is why it's also known as the "Annona" coin. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Empire during Carus' reign.
