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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta PONTIF COS II; Genius
209 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 209 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Genius, naked, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over garlanded and lighted altar and holding corn-ears in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF COS II
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Consul Secundum.
[High] priest, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.42–3.654 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.15 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 an image of the Roman goddess Genius, who is depicted standing on the reverse side of the coin, holding a scepter and a patera, which was a ritual vessel used for libations. This image symbolizes the genius of the Roman people and the power of the Roman state. Additionally, the coin's obverse side features an image of Emperor Geta, who ruled the Roman Empire from 209 to 211 AD, making this coin a rare and valuable artifact from a significant period in Roman history.
