Quinarius - Geta CASTOR; Castor
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-202 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castor, naked except for cloak, standing left in front of horse, which he holds by reins in right hand, and holding spear or sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CASTOR
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Geta coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Geta, who was the son of Emperor Septimius Severus and Julia Domna. Geta was known for his rivalry with his brother, Caracalla, who eventually had him assassinated in 212 AD. Despite this, Geta's legacy lived on through coins like the Quinarius - Geta, which feature an image of the god Castor on the reverse side, symbolizing the brotherly bond between Geta and Caracalla.