Dupondius - Geta PONTIF TR P III COS II S C
211 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 211 |
| 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#271885 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Woman, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and drawing out drapery from breast with left hand; to right, two small figures lifting hands to one another.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P III COS II S C
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the third 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: This Dupondius featuring Geta was minted during his brief reign as co-emperor alongside his brother Caracalla in 211 CE. It represents one of the few surviving coins from Geta's short time as emperor before he was assassinated just six months later. The coin showcases the imperial imagery typical of Roman coins, including the pontifex maximus title and consular insignia, highlighting Geta's status as both religious leader and military commander.
