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As - Galba SECVRITAS ROMANI S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 27 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left on throne, right hand on head, left resting on throne's arm; lighted altar and torch in front
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS ROMANI S C
Translation:
Securitas Romani, Senatus Consultum
Safety of the Romans. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.05–13.01 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Galba, who was known for his efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire after a period of political turmoil.
