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Denarius - Galba FORTVNA AVG; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopia in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA AVG
Unabridged legend: Fortuna Augusti
Translation: Good fortune of the emperor.
Comment
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Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba (FORTVNA AVG; Fortuna) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who ruled the Roman Empire from 68 to 69 AD. The coin's obverse side features an image of Galba's portrait, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Fortuna, who was believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the Roman people. The coin's design was meant to symbolize Galba's efforts to restore the Roman Empire's prosperity and fortune after a period of political turmoil and economic decline.
