As - Galba LIB AVG S C R XL; Libertas
| 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#245094 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right and rod in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIB AVG S C R XL
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augustorum, Senatus Consultum, Remissa Quadragesima
Generosity of the Emperor. Decree of the senate. Abolishment of the fortieth (Quadragesima Litium, Caligula's litigation tax).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Libertas coin, which features the image of Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba in 68-69 AD. It's interesting to note that Galba was known for his strict adherence to Roman tradition and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The coin's design, which features Libertas holding a rod and a scepter, symbolizes the idea of freedom and authority, which was an important theme during Galba's reign.
