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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta PONTIFEX COS; Minerva
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 203-208 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Minerva, helmeted, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIFEX COS
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Consul.
[High] priest, consul.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.84–3.665 g;Diameter varies: 18.72–20 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 Minerva on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized her association with wisdom and knowledge. The inclusion of Minerva on this coin may have been a way to emphasize the importance of wisdom and knowledge in Roman society, or to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of learning and culture.
