© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Geta and Caracalla VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C
| Bronze | 11.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-202 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla and Geta, standing right and left facing each other, supporting globe; the one on left is togate, the one on the right is in military dress and holds a spear reversed; between them, Victory, standing front with wings spread over trophy, at base of which sits a captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C
Translation:
Victoriae Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
To the victory of the emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.08–13.76 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of two Roman emperors, Geta and Caracalla, who ruled together from 200 to 202 AD. This coin was minted during a time of political tension and conflict, as the two emperors were known to have a strained relationship. Despite this, the coin's design emphasizes their unity and shared power, with the inscription "VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C" (Victory of the Augusti) suggesting a unified and powerful Roman Empire under their rule.
