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Denarius - Galba S P Q R
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244797 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed on shield within oak-wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus
Translation: The senate and the Roman people
Comment
Mass varies: 3.22–3.29 g;Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba (S P Q R) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who was the first emperor of the Year of the Four Emperors. This period was marked by political instability and power struggles, and the coin's design reflects this turmoil. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Galba, while the reverse features a depiction of the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.3 grams also make it a valuable and collectible piece of numismatic history.
