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As - Galba IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST
| Bronze | 10.45 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.45 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST
Translation:
Imperator Titus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Augustus, Restituit.
Supereme commander (Imperator) Titus, Caesar, son of the divine Vespasianus, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin].
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The coin , the As - Galba (IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST) (80-81) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 10.45 g, features an image of the Roman emperor Galba on one side and a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Galba's reign, which lasted from 68 to 69 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. It's interesting to note that Galba was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore order to the empire after a period of political turmoil. He was also known for his strict financial policies, which included reducing the amount of money in circulation and increasing taxes. This coin, which was minted during his reign, is a tangible representation of his leadership and the state of the Roman Empire at that time.
