Sestertius - Geta and Caracalla VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C; Victory
| Bronze | 23.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-202 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla and Geta, standing right and left facing each other, supporting globe; the one on left is togate, the one on the right is in military dress and holds a spear reversed; between them, Victory, standing front with wings spread over trophy, at base of which sits a captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C
Translation:
Victoriae Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
To the victory of the emperors (Augusti). 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 portraits of two Roman emperors, Geta and Caracalla, who ruled together from 200-202 AD. This was a rare occurrence in Roman history, as it was common for emperors to rule alone or with a co-emperor who was not a family member. The coin's design highlights the unity and cooperation between the two rulers, with the legend "VICTORIAE AVGVSTORVM S C" (Victory of the Augusti) emphasizing their shared victory and power.