Gold Pendant with Silver Denarius of Emperor Geta - FJ.7095 - For Sale

Gold Pendant with Silver Denarius of Emperor Geta - FJ.7095
Price: $800.00
Origin: Mediterranean
Circa: 209 AD to 212 AD
Collection: Jewelry
Style: Roman Coin Pendant
Medium: Silver and Gold
Publius Septimius Geta was Roman emperor from 209 to 212, jointly with his father, Septimius Severus (reigned 193-211), and his brother, Caracalla (reigned 198-217). The younger son of Septimius Severus and Julia Domna, he was given the title “Caesar” in 198, when the title “Augustus” was bestowed upon his elder brother Caracalla, effectively sharing command with their father. In 209, Geta was himself made an Augustus, joining the ranks of his father and brother. The furious rivalry that developed between the brothers remained concealed from public view as long as their father lived; but after Severus' death at Eboracum (modern York, England) in February 211, the brothers formed separate military factions. Civil war threatened until February 212, when Caracalla had Geta murdered in their mother's arms in her apartment at the imperial palace. The splendor of the precious metals is allowed to shine in this pendant. The natural hues of the silver and gold complement each other. In this pendant, the present and the past combine. The classical form of the modern pendant enhances the timeless beauty and majesty of the ancient coin. To wear this pendant is to reconnect with the past while continuing to look stylish in the present. - (FJ.7095)

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Barakat Gallery
405 North Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills
California-90210
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Phone : 310.859.8408

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