THRACE. Augusta Traiana. Geta, 209-211. Assarion (Bronze, 20 mm, 4.26 g, 6 h). AVT K Π CEΠTI ΓETAC Laureate and cuirassed bust of Geta to right, seen from behind; cuirass decorated with gorgoneion. Rev. AYΓOYCTH TPAIANHC Genius, with crossed legs, standing front, resting on inverted torch set on altar. Schönert-Geiss 502 var. (reverse legend). Varbanov 1331. Attractive dark green patina and with a beautiful bust type and a lovely reverse. Very fine.



An interesting little detail about this coin is that the emperor, whose bust is depicted from behind, is wearing his aegis backwards! Apparently having difficulty with perspective, the artist placed the fearsome Gorgoneion, intended to frighten enemies in battle, on the emperor's back instead of his chest.