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Denarius - Galba LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244772 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Libertas Publica
Public freedom.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.36–3.44 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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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's obverse features a portrait of Galba, while the reverse depicts the goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of freedom and liberty, which was an important theme during Galba's reign.
