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Denarius - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA
| Silver | 2.8 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 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Livia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right and leaning left on sceptre
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVA AVGVSTA
Translation:
Diva Augusta
The divine empress (Augusta).
Comment
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Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba and Livia (DIVA AVGVSTA) coin from Rome, minted between 68-69 AD, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 2.8 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar composition. This is likely due to the debasement of the Roman currency during this period, where the silver content was reduced to increase the minting of coins, leading to a decrease in the coin's overall weight.
