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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta VICT AETERN; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271637 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying left, holding ribbon in both hands over shield on low base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT AETERN
Translation:
Victoria Aeterna.
Eternal victory.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.21–3.479 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Geta coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory (Victoria) standing on the prow of a ship, with her right hand holding a wreath and her left hand holding a palm branch. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and military victories.
