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Sestertius - Galba ROMA S C; Roma
| Bronze | 26 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 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted and draped, seated left on cuirass, holding spear in right hand and resting left on shield
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Translation:
Roma, Senatus Consultum
Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Trustees of the British Museum (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Galba coin features an image of the Roman goddess Roma on the obverse (front side), which is a common feature on many Roman coins. However, the reverse (back side) of the coin features a unique image of a Roman warship, known as a "trireme," which was a symbol of the Roman navy's power and dominance. This image is particularly interesting because it highlights the importance of the Roman navy during the reign of Emperor Galba, who was known for his military campaigns and naval expansion.
