© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Geta PRINC IVVENT COS S
| Bronze | 14.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 203-208 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Geta, in military attire, standing left, holding wand and spear; behind, trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENT COS S
Translation:
Principes Juventutis, Consul Secundum.
Prince of the youth, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.64–15.138 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Geta, who was known for his controversial reign and tumultuous relationship with his father and co-emperor, Septimius Severus. Despite his short reign, Geta's coinage is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors, making it a valuable and interesting piece of Roman numismatic history.
