As - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba) (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Livia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVA AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Diva Augusta, Senatus Consultum
The divine empress (Augusta). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Livia, the wife of Emperor Galba, who was known for her beauty and political influence. She was given the title of "DIVA AVGVSTA" (Augusta) which means "Empress" in Latin, and her image appeared on many coins during her husband's reign. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that features both the emperor and his wife on the same side, making it a unique piece of history.
