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Sestertius - Galba MARS VICTOR S C; Mars
| Bronze | 29.4 g | 33.5 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 29.4 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VICTOR S C
Translation:
Mars Victor, Senatus Consultum
Mars, the victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 27.61–30.84 g;Diameter varies: 33–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, and an image of Galba, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Galba's reign, which lasted from 68 to 69 AD. The coin's design was meant to highlight Galba's military prowess and his association with Mars, who was considered a powerful and important deity in Roman mythology. The coin's bronze composition and 29.4g weight were also typical of Roman coins during this time period.
