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© Nomos AG
Æ20 - Geta Cassandrea
| Copper | 5.16 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Cassandrea (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-209 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.16 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#326685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of Zeus Ammon right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COL IVLI AVG CASS
Unabridged legend: Colonia Iulia Augusta Cassandrensis
Translation: Julian colony of Cassandrea
Comment
Minor variations of reverse lettering are known.Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Geta, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 198 to 209 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war. The coin's design may have been intended to promote Geta's image as a strong and capable leader, and it's possible that it was circulated widely throughout the empire to promote his reputation and legitimacy.