Geta Denarius, Lituus reverse
RIC IV Geta 107 · 203 AD · Laodiceia Ad Mare
Obverse
P SEPTIMIVS GETA CAES
Bust of Geta, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SEVERI PII AVG FIL
Lituus, knife, vase, simpulum, sprinkler
About This Type
This RIC IV Geta 107 is a denarius of Geta (203 AD), struck at the Laodiceia Ad Mare mint. The reverse depicts Lituus, knife, vase, simpulum, sprinkler.
About the Denarius
The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Geta 107?
- RIC IV Geta 107 is a Silver Denarius of Geta (203 AD) struck at the Laodiceia Ad Mare mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Geta 107.
- How do you identify RIC IV Geta 107?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Geta, bare-headed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription P SEPTIMIVS GETA CAES. The reverse depicts Lituus, knife, vase, simpulum, sprinkler with the inscription SEVERI PII AVG FIL. Portrait type: bare.
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