© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Geta PONTIF TR P II COS II S C; Mars
210 year| Bronze | 11.1 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 210 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, crowning a trophy and leaning on shield; spear against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P II COS II S C
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.7–11.5 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 image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and the emperor Geta on the other. This coin was minted during Geta's reign as co-emperor with his father, Septimius Severus, and his brother, Caracalla. The coin's design reflects the importance of military power and the Roman pantheon during this time period.
