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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius ANNONA AVG S C; Annona
| Bronze | 11.6 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing, front, head right, holding corn-ears in right hand downwards over modius and corn- ears left and cornucopiae, tip turned outwards, in left: at right, prow of ship.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.94–14.23 g;Diameter varies: 26–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 underscores the emperor's efforts to promote economic growth and stability through the distribution of food supplies.
