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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Philippus I ANNONA AVGG S C; Annona
| Bronze | 18.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.4 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand over modius and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGG S C
Translation:
Annonae Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
The grain supply of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.25–23.22 g;Diameter varies: 28–33 mm;
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 an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and an image of Emperor Philippus I on the other. This coin was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the Roman Empire, and the image of Annona was likely included to symbolize the importance of agriculture and fertility during this period.
