Dupondius - Antoninus Pius ANNONA AVG COS IIII S C; Annona
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-161 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, standing left, holding corn-ears and anchor; at feet, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG COS IIII S C
Unabridged legend: Annona Augusti, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Imperial grain supply, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Antoninus Pius coin features an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of agriculture and food production in the Roman Empire during the reign of Antoninus Pius. The coin's design also reflects the emperor's efforts to promote economic growth and stability through the distribution of food and other essential goods to the citizens of Rome.
