As - Galba QVADRAGENS REMISSAE 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#244827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arch surmounted by two equestrian statues; three captives with hands tied advancing right towards arch, with officer behind
Script: Latin
Lettering: QVADRAGENS REMISSAE S C
Translation:
Quadragensumae Remissae, Senatus Consultum
Abolishment of the fortieth (Quadragesima Litium, Caligula's litigation tax).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The coin , the As - Galba (QVADRAGENS REMISSAE S C) (68-69) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze, features an image of the Roman emperor Galba on one side and a depiction of the goddess Salus on the other. Salus was the goddess of safety and well-being, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the emperor was responsible for ensuring the safety and prosperity of the Roman people.
