Denarius - Geta (LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM; Libertas) (200-202) front Denarius - Geta (LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM; Libertas) (200-202) back
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Denarius - Geta LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM; Libertas

 
Silver 2.9 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200-202
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.9 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#271610
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM

Translation:
Liberalitas Augustorum.
Generosity of the Emperor.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.44–3.265 g;

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom in Roman culture and society during the time of Emperor Geta's reign (200-202 AD). The coin's design also symbolizes the idea of freedom and the Roman Empire's commitment to upholding it, which was a crucial aspect of Roman values and ideals.