Denarius - Julia Domna and Geta (P SEPT GETA CAES PONT) (196-211) front Denarius - Julia Domna and Geta (P SEPT GETA CAES PONT) (196-211) back
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Denarius - Julia Domna and Geta P SEPT GETA CAES PONT

 
Silver 2.6 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#269937
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.