Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus 161-169 AD, Carrhae mint, Eclipse of 164 AD
This coin was minted by Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus in Carrhae. It likey represents the eclipse of 164 AD. Photo from Ancient Imports
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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.
