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Sestertius - Domitian ANNONA AVGVST S C; Annona and Ceres
85 year| Bronze | 23.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona standing right, holding cornucopiae, facing Ceres seated left, holding corn-ears and torch; modius set on altar and prow behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGVST S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.85–27.19 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Annona, who was the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and Ceres, the goddess of agriculture and harvest, on the other. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Domitian, who ruled Rome from 81 to 96 AD. The coin's design highlights the importance of agriculture and fertility in the Roman Empire during that time.
