Sestertius - Nerva ANNONA AVGVST S C; Ceres and Abundantia
96 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 96 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252500 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres seated left, holding corn-ears and torch facing Abundantia holding cornucopiae; modius center; prow behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGVST S C
Translation:
Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Ceres, who was the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, on one side, and Abundantia, the goddess of prosperity and abundance, on the other side. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva, who ruled from 96 to 98 AD and was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and stability. The coin's design reflects the emperor's focus on promoting agriculture and prosperity throughout the empire.
