As - Geta (PRINC IVVENT COS S C) (203-208) front As - Geta (PRINC IVVENT COS S C) (203-208) back
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As - Geta PRINC IVVENT COS S C

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#271812
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.