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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta PRINC IVVENT
| Silver | 3.4 g | 18.5 mm |
| 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Geta, in military attire, standing left, holding branch in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENT
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass can varies down to 2.60 g
Mass varies: 3.22–3.551 g;
Diameter varies: 17.71–19.5 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 (PRINC IVVENT) coin is that it features a rare portrait of the Roman Emperor Geta, who ruled alongside his father Septimius Severus and his brother Caracalla. Geta's reign was marked by political turmoil and power struggles within the imperial family, which ultimately led to his assassination in 202 AD. As a result, coins bearing his image are relatively scarce and highly sought after by collectors.
