Aureus - Galba LIBERTAS RESTITVTA; Libertas
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS RESTITVTA
Translation:
Libertas Restituta
Freedom restored.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Galba (LIBERTAS RESTITVTA; Libertas) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which is interesting because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom in Roman culture during the reign of Emperor Galba (68-69 AD).
