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#256831 |
|---|---|
| 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
The Dupondius or As coin featuring Emperor Hadrian (137-138 AD) from the Roman Empire is interesting because it was part of a series of coins issued during Hadrian's reign that highlighted the theme of "Annona," or the personification of the grain supply. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of Annona standing left, holding a modius (a grain measure) and a scepter, symbolizing the emperor's role in ensuring the abundance and distribution of food throughout the empire. This coin is a tangible representation of the Roman Empire's focus on agriculture and the importance of a stable food supply for the well-being of its citizens.
