Antoninianus - Diocletianus ANNONA AVG; Annona
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 285-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#305893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding ears of corn in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, modius.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
ANNONA AVG
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Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Diocletianus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and currency stabilization efforts by the Roman Empire. The coin was introduced as part of a new system of coinage that aimed to replace the debased currency of the previous century and restore confidence in the Roman economy. Despite these efforts, the coin still suffered from inflation and devaluation over time, reflecting the ongoing economic challenges faced by the empire during this period.
