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Silver denarius issued by Emperor Augustus Caesar shows the comet of "Divine Julius" which was cleverly propagandized as a good portent - Molnar Collection - RIC 1, 37a |
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Download | A silver cistophorus shows Emperor Augustus' sign, Capricorn, holding a cornucopia signifying the great bounty bestowed upon Augustus by his horoscope - Molnar Collection - RIC 1, 493 |
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Download | The first bronze coins of Antioch depicting Aries were issued in ca. AD 5-11 which is close to when Quirinius was governor (AD 5-6) of Syria - Molnar Collection - RPC 4265 |
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Download | The last coin by the governor Silanus showing Aries was issued in AD 13-14 - Molnar Collection - RPC 4269 |
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Download | Coin of Constantine the Great depicting Sol Invictus holding the cosmic orb as a world ruler - Molnar Collection - RIC 7, 134 |
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Download | Bronze coin of Quadratus issued in AD 55-56 showing Aries with a star & crescent that symbolized majesty or sovereignty - Molnar Collection - RPC 4287 |