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As - Geta PONTIF TR P II COS II S C; Mars
210 year| Bronze | 10.1 g | - |
| 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 | 10.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271868 |
|---|---|
| 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: 8.598–10.7 g;Example of this type:
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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 the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. This suggests that the coin was likely used to promote the military prowess and power of the Roman Empire.
