Denarius - Severus Alexander ANNONA AVG; Annona
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-228 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at feet, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG
Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Severus Alexander coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design features the image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and abundance, on the reverse side, which symbolizes the importance of agriculture and food supply in the empire's economy. Additionally, the coin's silver content was gradually decreased during the reign of Severus Alexander, which reflects the empire's financial struggles and inflationary pressures during that time.
