Denarius - Galba AVGVSTVS P R
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triumphal arch surmounted by quadriga
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS P R
Translation:
Augustus Populi Romani
Emperor (Augustus) of the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba (AVGVSTVS P R) (68-69) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who was the first emperor of the Year of the Four Emperors. This period was marked by political instability and power struggles, and the coinage of the time reflects this turmoil. The Denarius - Galba (AVGVSTVS P R) (68-69) coin features an image of Emperor Galba on one side and the Roman goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the emperor's desire to assert his authority and legitimacy during a time of great uncertainty.
