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Denarius - Galba ROMA RENASC; Roma and Victory
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, advancing or standing right, holding Victory in right hand and point spear down with left
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA RENASC
Translation:
Roma Renascens
Rome born again.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.25–3.44 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Münzkabinett of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien (CC BY-NC-SA)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who ruled the Roman Empire from 68 to 69 AD. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery that reflect the political and cultural climate of the time. On one side of the coin, there is an image of Roma, the personification of Rome, while on the other side, there is an image of Victory, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Rome's renewal and revival under Galba's rule, and it is a fascinating example of how coins were used as a tool for political propaganda in ancient times.
