Denarius - Geta (VICT AETERN; Victory) (200-202) front Denarius - Geta (VICT AETERN; Victory) (200-202) back
Denarius - Geta (VICT AETERN; Victory) (200-202) photo
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Denarius - Geta VICT AETERN; Victory

 
Silver 3.2 g 19.5 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#271751
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, flying right, holding wreath in both hands over shield set on low base.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VICT AETERN

Translation:
Victoria Aeterna.
Eternal victory.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.75–3.771 g;
Diameter varies: 19–19.5 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 (VICT AETERN; Victory) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and military victories during the reign of Emperor Geta.