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© H. D. Rauch
Denarius - Galba ROMA RENASC; Roma and Victory
| Silver | 3.21 g | 16.25 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 | 3.21 g |
| Diameter | 16.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, advancing right, holding Victory on globe in right hand and spear in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA RENASC
Translation:
Roma Renascens
Rome born again.
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 design features the goddess Roma on the obverse (front side) and the goddess Victory on the reverse (back side). The coin's silver content and weight, 3.21 grams, was a standard denomination for the Roman Empire at that time. It's interesting to note that the Denarius - Galba coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with multiple emperors vying for power and the empire facing external threats. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its cultural influence on the world.
