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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius ANNONA AVG S C; Annona
| Bronze | 30.9 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 30.9 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing right, holding two corn-ears in right hand over modius and corn-ears and cornucopiae in left; at feet right, prow right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 28.91–32.38 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 one side, and Antoninus Pius on the other. This suggests that the coin was issued during a time of economic prosperity and abundance, as the Roman Empire was known for its agricultural wealth and trade. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin indicates that it was a widely circulating coin, accessible to the general population, rather than a rare or commemorative coin made of precious metals.
