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Sestertius - Galba S C; Victory
| Bronze | 25.5 g | 36 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 | 25.5 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing or walking left, holding palladium in right hand and palm in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.94–25.99 g;Diameter varies: 35–37 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Galba (S C; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 1st century AD. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "S C" which stands for "Senatus Consulto" or "By decree of the Senate," indicating that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate.
