© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius ANNONA AVG
| Silver | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Modius with corn-ears and poppy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG
Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.74–2.89 g;Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, standing left, holding a cornucopia and a scepter. This design was used during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to improve agriculture and trade in the Roman Empire. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the importance of agriculture and the emperor's efforts to promote prosperity and abundance during his reign.
