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Denarius - Geta MINERV SANCT; Minerva
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.00 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.90 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding spear in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MINERV SANCT
Translation:
Minerva Sanctae.
Minerva, the sacred.
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 Minerva on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Geta. This coin was minted during a time of political tension between Geta and his brother, Emperor Caracalla, who eventually had Geta assassinated in 212 AD. Despite this tumultuous history, the coin remains a valuable piece of Roman history and a testament to the empire's rich cultural heritage.
