© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Sestertius - Nero ANNONA AVGVSTI CERES; Ceres and Annona
| Bronze | 30.2 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 30.2 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ceres, right, veiled and draped, seated left, holding corn-ears and torch, facing Annona, draped, standing right, right hand resting on hip, left holding cornucopiae; in center, modius on garlanded altar right; behind, ship's stern
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGVSTI CERES
Translation:
Annona Augusti Ceres
The grain supply of venerable Ceres.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, on one side, and Annona, the personification of the Roman Empire's grain supply, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nero, who was known for his extravagance and tyranny, but also for his efforts to improve the Roman Empire's economy and infrastructure. The coin's design reflects the importance of agriculture and trade in the Roman Empire during this time period.
