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Denarius - Galba SALVS GEN HVMANI
| Silver | 3.01 g | 19 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 | 3.01 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female figure, draped, standing left, right foot on globe, holding patera over altar with right hand and upright rudder with left
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS GEN HVMANI
Translation:
Saulus generi humani
Salvation of the human race.
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. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the goddess Salus, who represents the health and well-being of the Roman people. The inscription "SALVS GEN HVMANI" translates to "the safety of the human race," highlighting the importance of Salus in Roman culture. This design was a departure from the traditional reverse designs of Roman coins, which often featured images of gods and goddesses, and instead emphasized the importance of the well-being of the people.
