Sestertius - Galba ROMA S C; Roma
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted and draped, seated left on cuirass, holding spear in right hand and resting left on shield, which rests on helmet
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Translation:
Roma, Senatus Consultum
Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Galba on the obverse (front side), which is unusual because Galba was known for his plain and simple style, and he often refused to have his image appear on coins. Despite this, the coin still features a detailed portrait of the emperor, indicating that he may have relented to the demands of his advisors or the public to have his image appear on the currency.
