Callatis Pentassarion - Geta, 209 – 212
KAΛΛATIANΩN Є; Callatis
Information
Country
Callatis
Callatis
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Pentassarion = 5 Asses
Year
209 – 212
Ruler
Geta (Publius Septimius Geta)
(209–211)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Pentassarion = 5 Asses from Callatis. Issued from 209 to 212. Struck in Bronze. Measures 27 mm and weighs 13 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from rear. ("Emperor Caesar Publius Septimius Geta".)
- Reverse
- Cybele seated left on throne between two lions, holding patera and resting arm on tympanum. ("Callatis" city."5" assarion (= pentassarion).)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (209-212) | — |
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