Aureus - Geta (FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas) (203) front Aureus - Geta (FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas) (203) back
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Aureus - Geta FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas

203 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
203
Value
1 Aureus = 25 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#271753
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FELICITAS TEMPOR

Translation:
Felicitas Temporum.
Fortunate times.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Geta (FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas) from the Roman Empire is that it was issued during a time of political tension between Geta and his brother, Caracalla. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Geta, indicating that he was still recognized as a legitimate ruler and member of the imperial family. This coin serves as a historical artifact that showcases the complexities of Roman politics during that era.