As - Geta and Caracalla LIBERALITAS AVGG VIET V S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210-212 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla and Geta, seated left platform right; in front, Liberalitas standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; on steps of platform, citizen.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG VIET V S C
Translation:
Liberalitas augustorum Quinta. Senatus Consultum.
The fifth liberality of the emperors (Augusti). 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 the image of two Roman emperors, Geta and Caracalla, who ruled together from 210-212 AD. This was a rare occurrence in Roman history, as most coins from this time period featured only one emperor. The coin's design also includes the inscription "LIBERALITAS AVGG VIET V S C," which translates to "The Liberalitas of the Augusti, Victorious and Happy." This suggests that the coin was minted to commemorate a significant event or achievement during their reign.
