© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Denarius - Galba SALVS GEN HVMANI
| Silver | 3.12 g | - |
| 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 | 3.12 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245005 |
|---|---|
| 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, depicting the goddess Salus (the personification of safety and well-being) standing left, holding a patera (a shallow dish used for rituals) and a snake. The snake symbolized the power of the Roman state and the ability of the emperor to protect his people. This design was meant to convey the idea that Galba's rule would bring safety and prosperity to the Roman people.
