© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Galba LIBERT AVG S C; Libertas
| Bronze | 20 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 | 20 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right and rod in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERT AVG S C
Translation:
Libertas Augusti, Senatus Consultum
Freedom of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - 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 depicts the goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty. The coin's inscription, "LIBERT AVG S C," stands for "Libertas Augusti," which means "the freedom of the emperor." This coin is significant because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom during Galba's reign, and it serves as a reminder of the Roman Empire's values and ideals.
