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Sestertius - Titus ANNONA AVGVST S C; Annona
| Bronze | 26.8 g | 33 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 | 26.8 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250904 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 26.21–27.39 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Annona, the Roman goddess of grain and fertility, on one side, and Titus, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Titus' reign (79-81 AD) and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the Roman Empire.
