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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XIIII COS IIII ANNONA AVG S C; Annona
| Bronze | 11.6 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-151 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, seated left on low seat, holding two corn-ears in extended right hand over modius with corn-ears and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIIII COS IIII ANNONA AVG S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta Decima, Consul Quartum. Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 14th time, consul for the fourth time. Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.78–12.46 g;Diameter varies: 28–29 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on its reverse side. This is notable 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 stability and prosperity throughout the empire.
