Aureus - Galba ROMA RENASCES; Roma and Victory
| 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#245000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and eagle-tipped sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA RENASCES
Translation:
Roma Renascens
Rome born again.
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 is made of gold and features an image of Roma, the personification of Rome, on one side, and Victory on the other. The coin's inscription, "ROMA RENASCES," means "Rome is reborn," which reflects Galba's efforts to restore the empire's power and prestige after a period of turmoil. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with some examples selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
