Sestertius - Galba (XXXX REMISSA S C; Victory) (68-69) front Sestertius - Galba (XXXX REMISSA S C; Victory) (68-69) back
Sestertius - Galba (XXXX REMISSA S C; Victory) (68-69) photo
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Sestertius - Galba XXXX REMISSA S C; Victory

 
Bronze 26.48 g -
Description
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
26.48 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#244886
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Galba, crowned by Victory, in quadriga on top of triumphal arch

Script: Latin

Lettering: XXXX REMISSA S C

Translation:
Quadragensumae Remissae, Senatus Consultum
Abolishment of the fortieth (Quadragesima Litium, Caligula's litigation tax). Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, with her wings outstretched and a wreath in her hand. This design was only used during the reign of Emperor Galba, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists.