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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta RESTITVTOR VRBIS; Roma and Victory
| Silver | 3.4 g | 20 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand; behind, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR VRBIS
Translation:
Restitutor Urbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.194–3.45 g;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 Victory on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military conquests and power.
