Sestertius - Geta PRINC IVVENT S C

€271,769.00
IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year200-202
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value1 Sestertius = 1/4 Denarius
CurrencyDenarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
CompositionBronze
Weight2.9 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC IV.1#113A, OCRE#ric.4.ge.113A
Obverse descriptionBust of Geta, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed, right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringP SEPT GETA CAES PONT
(Translation: Publius Septimius Geta, Caesar, Pontifex [Maximus]. Publius Septimius Geta, Caesar, [high] priest.)
Reverse descriptionGeta, in military attire, standing left, holding branch in right hand and sceptre (spear?) in left hand; to right, trophy.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringPRINC IVVENT S C
(Translation: Principes Juventutis. Senatus Consultum. Prince of the youth. Decree of the senate.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (200-202)  - -
Catalog ID6627167030
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