Denarius - Geta ROMAE AETERNAE; Jupiter and Roma
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated in hexastyle temple; statue at foot of each column; on top, Jupiter between reclining figures.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Geta coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Geta, who ruled the Roman Empire from 203 to 208 AD. The coin features an image of Jupiter on one side and Roma on the other, symbolizing the power and prosperity of the Roman Empire. The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time. Despite its age, the Denarius - Geta coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Rome.