Denarius - Geta (MINERVA; Minerva) (202) front Denarius - Geta (MINERVA; Minerva) (202) back
Denarius - Geta (MINERVA; Minerva) (202) photo
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Denarius - Geta MINERVA; Minerva

202 year
Silver 3.1 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
202
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.1 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#271640
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding spear in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MINERVA

Translation: Minerva.

Comment

Mass varies: 2–3.622 g;
Diameter varies: 18.4–19 mm;

Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Geta (MINERVA; Minerva) coin is that it features the 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 (209-211 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.