© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Galba SALVS GEN HVMANI
| Silver | 3.28 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 | 3.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245008 |
|---|---|
| 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. The coin's obverse side features the image of Galba, while the reverse side features the goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a snake in her right hand. The inscription "SALVS GEN HVMANI" on the coin means "the safety of the human race," which reflects Galba's concern for the well-being of his people. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the Denarius - Galba is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins minted during Galba's short reign.
