Denarius - Geta PIETAS; Pietas
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| 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 | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left, raising right hand above altar, left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS
Translation:
Pietas.
Piety.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.669–3.576 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Geta (PIETAS; Pietas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, who represents duty, loyalty, and devotion. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Geta, who ruled the Roman Empire from 200 to 202 AD. The image of Pietas on the coin was meant to symbolize the emperor's commitment to upholding his duties and responsibilities to the empire and its citizens.
