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Sestertius - Galba CONCORD AVG S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 25.89 g | 35 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.89 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245143 |
|---|---|
| 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
The Sestertius - Galba coin features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents harmony and unity. This image was chosen by Emperor Galba, who ruled Rome from 68-69 AD, as a symbol of his efforts to bring stability and unity to the empire after a period of civil war and political turmoil. The coin's design and message were meant to promote the idea of unity and cooperation among the Roman people, and to emphasize the importance of concordia in maintaining a strong and prosperous empire.
