Denarius - Julia Domna and Geta P SEPT GETA CAES PONT
Silver | 2.6 g | 17.5 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 196-211 |
Value | 1 Denarius |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.6 g |
Diameter | 17.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#269937 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Geta, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P SEPT GETA CAES PONT
Translation:
Publius Septimius Geta, Caesar, Pontifex [Maximus].
Publius Septimius Geta, Caesar, [high] priest.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.98–3.24 g;Diameter varies: 15–20 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Julia Domna, the wife of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for her intelligence, political influence, and beauty. She was a powerful woman in her time and played a significant role in Roman politics.