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Symbols of Solar Eclipses on coins of the Roman Civilization
Republic to the Christian Era
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For the Romans, a solar eclipse was the greatest symbol of fear, terror and domination in nature. This website explores the meaning of solar/lunar darkening events in Judeo-Roman culture.

Antioch ram coin reissue under Antoninus Pius reign from 138-161 AD

Antoninus Pius continued the same coin with the ram or Judea looking back at the eclipse sign. This coin may be in remberance of the revolts in Judea. Photo from Beast Coins

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