Aureus - Geta VOTA PVBLICA
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 203-208 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#271660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Geta, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod and holding roll in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA PVBLICA
Translation:
Vota Publica.
The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Geta (VOTA PVBLICA) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the Roman goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and military power.