As - Geta SECVRITAS IMPERII S C; Securitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-202 |
| 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#271784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right, propping head on right hand, holding sceptre; in front altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS IMPERII S C
Translation:
Securitas Imperii. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the empire. 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 an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which is depicted on the reverse side of the coin, holding a scepter and a pileus, a symbol of liberty. This image represents the security and stability of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Geta, who ruled from 200 to 202 AD.