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#256622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona standing right, holding rudder set on prow and corn ears; at feet to right, 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 the Dupondius or As coin with the image of Hadrian (ANNONA AVG S C; Annona) from Rome, made of Bronze, is that it was used as a means of propaganda to promote the cult of Annona, the goddess of grain and fertility, during Hadrian's reign (133-135 AD). The image of Annona on the coin was meant to symbolize the abundance and prosperity of the Roman Empire under Hadrian's rule.