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Denarius - Galba VICTORIA P R; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245015 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA P R
Translation:
Victoria Populi Romani
Victory of the Roman People.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.14–3.38 g;Diameter varies: 16–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Galba (VICTORIA P R; Victory) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its victories over its enemies. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "VICTORIA P R," which stands for "Victory of the People of Rome." This inscription highlights the idea that the Roman Empire's victories were not just the result of the military's strength, but also the result of the support and unity of the Roman people.
