Quinarius - Severus Alexander ANNONA AVG; Annona
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 228-231 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding two corn-ears in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; right foot on prow.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG
Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Severus Alexander coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design features the image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and the emperor Severus Alexander on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency. Despite the challenges faced by the Roman Empire during this period, the Quinarius - Severus Alexander coin remains a testament to the empire's enduring legacy and cultural achievements.