Dupondius or As - Hadrian ANNONA AVG S C; Modius
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 137-138 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Modius with corn ears and poppies.
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 the Roman goddess Annona, who was the personification of the grain supply and the harvest. The coin's design highlights the importance of agriculture and the Roman Empire's reliance on a stable food supply.