As - Geta RESTITVTOR VRBIS S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#271830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory and spear; behind shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR VRBIS S C
Translation:
Restitutor Urbis. Senatus Consultum.
Restorer of the city (Rome). 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 Roma, the personification of the city of Rome, on one side, and Victory on the other side. This symbolizes the victory of Rome and its dominance over the empire.