Sestertius - Geta P M TR P II COS II P P S C?
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 Sestertius = ¼ 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#271852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Woman, seated, holding spear in left hand and conucopiae in right hand; at her feet, figure seated on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P II COS II P P (S C?)
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. 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 a rare portrait of Emperor Geta, who ruled alongside his father, Septimius Severus, and his brother, Caracalla. Geta's reign was marked by political turmoil and tension between him and his brother, which ultimately led to his assassination in 212 AD. As a result, coins bearing his image are relatively scarce and highly sought after by collectors.
