Dupondius - Geta PONTIF TR P II COS II S C; Mars
210 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 210 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, crowning a trophy and leaning on shield; spear against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P II COS II S C
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of military power and conquest in Roman culture during the time of Emperor Geta's reign (210-211 AD). The coin's design also includes the abbreviation "S C" which stands for "Senatus Consulto," indicating that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate. This further emphasizes the coin's connection to the Roman state and its military prowess.
