Coin

About this object

History of use

Coin in use during Roman Empire; Denarius (denomination); Emperor Geta caesar. Minted in Laodicea ad Mare (present day Al Ladhiqiyah).

Physical description

Silver denarius coin. Obverse: Bareheaded, draped bust of Geta, right facing. Reverse: Minerva, helmeted and standing left, holding spear in left hand and leaning on shield.