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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus ANNONA AVG; Annona and Aequitas
| Bronze | 24.2 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.2 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona standing, left, holding statue of Aequitas and cornucopiae; modius with corn-ears left; prow right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVG
Translation:
Annona Augusti.
Imperial grain supply.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.72–26.87 g;Diameter varies: 34–34.5 mm;
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 personification of the grain supply and the Roman goddess of agriculture, on one side, and Aequitas, the goddess of justice and equality, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Titus, who was known for his fair and just rule, and the image of Aequitas on the coin may have been a nod to his reputation for fairness and equality.
