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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian ANNONA AVG S C; Annona
85 year| Bronze | 13.4 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona seated right, holding sack of corn-ears; stern behind; small figure right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.26–13.45 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Domitian coin features an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of agriculture and fertility in Roman society during the time of Domitian's reign (81-96 AD). The coin's design also reflects the Roman Empire's focus on promoting agriculture and trade, which was crucial to its economic prosperity.
