As - Geta PRINC IVVENT COS S C
Bronze | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 203-208 |
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#271812 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Five horsemen, two above, galloping left, three below, galloping right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENT COS S C
Translation:
Principes Juventutis, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
Prince of the youth, consul. 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 Geta, who was a Roman emperor who ruled alongside his father, Septimius Severus, and his brother, Caracalla. Geta was known for his scholarly pursuits and was a prominent figure in Roman politics, making this coin a unique piece of history.