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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I ANNONA AVGG; Annona
| Silver | 3.8 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand over prow and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGG
Translation:
Annonae Duorum Augustorum.
The grain supply of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.494–3.91 g;Diameter varies: 22.6–25.4 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Philippus I (ANNONA AVGG; Annona) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various gods and goddesses, highlighting the religious diversity of the Roman Empire during that time.
