Æ21 - HIPPONE

Emittente	Hippo Regius
Anno	27 BC - 37 AD
Tipo	Standard circulation coin
Valore
Valuta	Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composizione	Bronze
Peso	5.71 g
Diametro	21 mm
Spessore
Forma	Round (irregular)
Tecnica	Hammered
Orientamento	Variable alignment ↺
Incisore/i
In circolazione fino al
Riferimento/i	I#714 , MAA#125

Descrizione del dritto	Diademed and veiled head of Juno/Astarte left.
Scrittura del dritto	Latin
Legenda del dritto	LIBERA (Translation: free)
Descrizione del rovescio	Ceres facing, holding caduceus and two ears of corn.
Scrittura del rovescio	Latin
Legenda del rovescio	HIPPONE (Translation: by (the city of) Hippo)
Bordo
Zecca
Tiratura	ND (27 BC - 37 AD) - -
ID Numisquare	1937518950
Informazioni aggiuntive	Historical Context: This Æ21 coin from Hippo Regius, issued between 27 BC and 37 AD, spans the reigns of the first two Roman emperors, Augustus and Tiberius. As a significant Roman colony in North Africa (modern Annaba, Algeria), Hippo Regius issued this coinage to integrate its economy within the imperial system. These bronze issues served as essential local currency, simultaneously reinforcing Roman authority and showcasing the city's Romanized identity under imperial governance, demonstrating its importance within the provincial administration. Artistry: While the specific engraver remains anonymous, typical for provincial issues, the coin's artistry reflects the prevailing Augustan and Tiberian classical styles, often interpreted with local nuances. The 21mm flan permitted a reasonably detailed design, likely featuring an imperial portrait on the obverse, symbolizing Roman sovereignty. The reverse would typically display a local civic emblem or deity, representing Hippo Regius's distinct identity and pride within the broader Roman Empire, blending imperial recognition with local tradition. Technical/Grading: Weighing 5.71 grams and measuring 21mm, this bronze coin shares technical characteristics with other provincial issues of the era.

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