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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 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 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Livia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVA AVGVSTA
Translation:
Diva Augusta
The divine empress (Augusta).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.914–3.48 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Livia, the wife of Emperor Galba, with the title "DIVA AVGVSTA" which means "Divine Augusta" in Latin. This title was given to Livia posthumously, indicating that she was deified after her death. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a woman as the main subject, and it highlights the significant role that Livia played in Roman society and politics during her lifetime.
