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Sestertius - Galba CONCORD AVG S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 26.96 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.96 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding olive branch in right hand and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORD AVG S C
Translation:
Concordia Augusta. Senatus Consultum
Majestic harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on the reverse side, which symbolizes the importance of unity and cooperation during the reign of Emperor Galba.
