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Sestertius - Galba ROMA S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 25.6 g | 33 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 | 25.6 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, standing at angle to left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and spear in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Translation:
Roma, Senatus Consultum
Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.06–26.11 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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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 design features the goddess Roma on the obverse (front side) and the goddess Victory on the reverse (back side). The coin's inscription, "ROMA S C," stands for "Roma Senate et Cives," which translates to "Rome, Senate, and Citizens." This inscription symbolizes the unity between the Roman government and its citizens. Additionally, the Sestertius - Galba coin was made of bronze, which was a common material used for coins during the Roman Empire. The coin's weight of 25.6 grams was also a standard weight for coins of its denomination during that time. Overall, the Sestertius - Galba coin is an interesting piece of history that provides insight into the Roman Empire's economy, politics, and culture during the 1st century AD.
