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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Aureus - Galba HISPANIA; Hispania
| Gold | 7.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba) (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hispania, draped, advancing left, holding poppy and corn-ears in right hand and round shield and two spears in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIA
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Galba coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who ruled the Roman Empire from 68 to 69 AD. It was made of gold and weighed 7.34 grams, which was a significant amount of gold for a coin at that time. The coin's design features an image of Galba on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. The coin was used as a means of payment and was valued at 25 silver denarii, which was a considerable amount of money during that time period. It's interesting to note that the Aureus - Galba coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Galba was one of the four generals who were appointed to rule the empire after the death of Emperor Nero in 68 AD. However, his reign was short-lived, and he was eventually killed by his own soldiers in 69 AD. Despite this, the Aureus - Galba coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
