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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Domitian ANNONA AVGVST S C; Annona
| Bronze | 25.3 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.3 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona seated left, holding sack of corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGVST S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.44–27.13 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on the reverse side, which symbolizes the importance of agriculture and food supply in the Roman Empire during the reign of Domitian.
