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A work made of silver.

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Geta

200-202

Roman, minted in Rome

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Geta, facing right. On the back (reverse), Geta is portrayed standing in a suit of armor.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium