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Denarius - Geta MARTI VICTORI; Mars
203 year| Silver | 3.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 203 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, cloaked, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI VICTORI
Translation:
Marti Victori.
To Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 3–3.83 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the Roman emperor Geta on the other. This coin was minted during Geta's reign, which lasted from 209 to 211 AD, and it highlights the importance of military power and the Roman Empire's association with Mars, who was considered the protector of the state.
