© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Marcus Aurelius ANNONA AVG IMP VII COS III S C
| Bronze | 9.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 174-175 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Modius on three legs, containing one poppy and four corn-ears, two to each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG IMP VII COS III S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Imperator Septimum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.34–9.53 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique reverse design, depicting Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, standing left, holding a cornucopia and a scepter. This design was only used during the reign of Marcus Aurelius, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
