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Denarius - Galba VIRTVS; Virtus
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, standing front, holding parazonium with right hand and leaning left on spear
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS
Translation:
Virtus
Virtue.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Galba (VIRTVS; Virtus) 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 a portrait of Galba, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Virtus, who represents virtue and moral excellence. The coin's design was meant to promote Galba's image as a virtuous and moral leader, which was an important aspect of his political agenda. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors, making it a valuable addition to any collection of ancient Roman coins.
