© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta PROVID DEORVM; Providentia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 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 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding in right hand wand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVID DEORVM
Translation:
Providentia Deorum.
Foresight of the gods.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.38–3.77 g;Diameter varies: 17–20 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 Providentia on the reverse side, which represents the divine protection and guidance of the Roman people. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Geta, who ruled the Roman Empire from 203 to 208 AD, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (203-208) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Geta (PROVID DEORVM; Providentia) (203-208) coin.
