© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Sestertius - Titus ANNONA AVGVST S C; Annona
| Bronze | 23.23 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.23 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona seated left, holding sack of corn-ears.
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 an image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and an image of Titus, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Titus' reign (77-78 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The image of Annona on the coin highlights the importance of agriculture and fertility in Roman society, while the image of Titus serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and authority.
