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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta SECVRIT IMPERII; Securitas
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, holding globe in right hand, left arm resting on arm of chair.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT IMPERII
Translation:
Securitas Imperii.
Safety of the empire.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.05–3.55 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 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 Securitas (Security) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD). The image of Securitas was meant to symbolize the stability and security of the Roman Empire under Severus' rule.
