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Denarius - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244985 |
|---|---|
| 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: 2.73–3.42 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba and Livia (DIVA AVGVSTA) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who ruled the Roman Empire from 68 to 69 AD. The coin features an image of Galba's mother, Livia, on the obverse (front side), which was a departure from the traditional depiction of Roman emperors on coins. This was a strategic move by Galba to gain the support of the Roman people by highlighting his family ties and connection to the previous emperor, Nero. The coin's design also includes the title "DIVA AVGVSTA," which translates to "Divine Augusta," emphasizing Livia's status as a revered matriarch of the Roman Empire.
