© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius or As - Hadrian ANNONA AVG S C; Annona
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133-135 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Annona standing left, holding corn ears and rudder set on prow; at feet to left, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNONA AVG
S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Hadrian. This suggests that the coin was likely used to promote the idea of abundance and prosperity, which was an important theme during Hadrian's rule.
