Galba, Rome mint, June-August 68 AD.,
Sestertius (ø 34 mm / 21,89 g), brass (“orichalcum“), axes about coin alignment ↑↓ (ca. 170°),
Obv.: SER GALBA IMP CAES AVG TR P , laureate and draped bust of Galba facing r. (RIC obv. Type 16Fa)
Rev.: ROMA / S - C , Roma seated l. on cuirass, holding vertical spear or sceptre and resting l. elbow on shield set at her side; in exergue, ROMA.
C 169. BMC 89. RIC I, p. 244, no. 241 (common) ; CBN 112 ; BMC 89 ; ACG 243 .
From Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG Auction 86, Lot 143 : There are two distinct portrait styles which were employed for Galba. Both styles are stern in appearance. The predominant style has a balding head and heavy jowls and can best be described as a scowling face. As here, the other style shows a full head of hair and a thinner looking face. This style can almost be described as idealized however the stern look still exists. MSG.
This reverse type is a copy of Nero’s earlier issues however Roma is not holding Victory. Although Roma is still sitting on military items the design should be interpreted as relating to the rebuilding of Roman political stability, peace and prosperity after the death of Nero. MSG.
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