Geta, 198-217, Denarius, as Caesar

Geta, Denarius, silver (AR), as Caesar under Septimius Severus, minted in Rome, 198-217. Weight: 3.41g, Diameter: 18mm. The obverse bears the inscription "P SEPT GETA CAES PONT," featuring a youthful, laureate bust of Geta facing right. On the reverse, the inscription "NOBILITAS" surrounds the personification of Nobility, depicted seated, holding a scepter. The strike is well-centered with sharp details, indicative of the period's craftsmanship. References include RIC IV Geta 13a (denarius).

Historically, this Denarius coin was issued during Geta's time as Caesar, reflecting his role in the imperial family under the reign of his father, Septimius Severus. The coin's imagery documents the emphasis on dynasty and nobility as central themes in Roman imperial propaganda. During this period, Rome faced internal strife and external threats, making the consolidation of imperial authority a key focus, represented through the use of iconography on the coinage.