Denarius - Geta (PRINC IVVENTVT) (200-202) front Denarius - Geta (PRINC IVVENTVT) (200-202) back
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Denarius - Geta PRINC IVVENTVT

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#271624
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Geta, in military attire, standing left, holding branch in right hand and spear in left hand; behind, trophy.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVT

Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Geta (PRINC IVVENTVT) 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, and his coinage is scarce compared to other emperors of the time. As a result, coins bearing his image are highly sought after by collectors and historians, making them a valuable piece of Roman history.