Denarius - Galba ROMA RENASCES; Roma and Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245028 |
|---|---|
| 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 RENASCES
Translation:
Roma Renascens
Rome born again.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)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 side features the image of Galba, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval power and victories. The coin's design was meant to promote Galba's image as a strong and victorious leader, but it also represents the beginning of a new era of Roman coinage that saw a shift towards more realistic and detailed portrayals of the emperors.
