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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Galba S P Q R O B CIV SER
| Bronze | 26.14 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 | 26.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines within oak-wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R O B CIV SER
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanum Ob Cives Servatos
The senate and the Roman people to the saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Galba (S P Q R O B CIV SER) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a patera (a shallow dish used for ritual offerings) in her right hand and a snake in her left hand. The image of Salus on this coin is significant because it represents the importance of the goddess in Roman culture and religion, particularly during the reign of Emperor Galba. Additionally, the snake held by Salus is a symbol of healing and renewal, which further highlights the significance of this coin as a representation of the Roman Empire's cultural and religious values.
