Denarius - Geta MINERV SANCT; Minerva
203 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 21 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Mass varies: 2.54–3.16 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Geta 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 Geta's reign (203-204 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
