Antoninianus - Gallienus ANNONA AVG; Annona
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#289285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing right, foot on prow, holding sceptre in right hand and corn-ears in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG
Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Gallienus (260-268 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature the goddess Annona on its reverse side. Annona was the goddess of grain and agricultural abundance, and her presence on the coin was meant to symbolize the prosperity and wealth of the Roman Empire. The inclusion of Annona on the coinage was a significant departure from the traditional Roman coinage designs, which typically featured images of the emperor or other deities. This change in design reflects the growing importance of agriculture and trade in the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
