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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Severus Alexander ANNONA AVGVSTI S C; Annona
| Bronze | 16.9 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-231 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.9 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand over modius and anchor in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGVSTI S C
Unabridged legend: Annona Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: The imperial grain supply. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.89–24.58 g;Diameter varies: 28–34 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and an image of Emperor Severus Alexander on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire, and the image of Annona was likely included to symbolize the importance of agriculture and fertility in the empire's economy and well-being.
