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Denarius - Galba HISPANIA; Hispania
| Silver | 3 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 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hispania, draped, standing right, holding corn-ears and poppy in right and round shield and two spears in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIA
Comment
Mass varies: 2.19–3.35 g;Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba 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 on the obverse (front side) and a depiction of the goddess Hispania on the reverse (back side). The coin was minted in the Roman province of Hispania (present-day Spain), which is why it features the name "HISPANIA" on the reverse. The use of the name "Hispania" on the coin highlights the importance of this province in the Roman Empire and the significance of its culture and resources.
