As - Septimius Severus ANNONA AVG CERES S C; Annona and Ceres
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-201 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing right, holding cornucopiae, facing Ceres, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and lit torch in left hand; in centre, altar, on which is a modius; in background, ship.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG CERES S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Ceres. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Ceres. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman goddesses Annona and Ceres on its reverse side, highlighting the importance of agriculture and fertility in Roman culture.
