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29.8.13

Roman world, Armenia & coins (+2 foto)

The Armenian tiara was renowned in the Roman world, it was a way for identifying Armenians, the Armenian Kingdom, & Kingdoms, considering Commagene (kamakh).
Here are 2 coins depicting the capture of Armenia celebrated in Roman coins as a grand victory, with the depiction of the Armenian Kingly Tiara, with it's unique characteristics.
Roman silver Denarius of Mark Antony (37 BC.), with the Armenian Tiara over bow and arrow on the revers. 
Struck in honor of Marcus Antonius’s general Canidius Crassus, who in 37 BC defeated Artavasdes of Armenia
The Armenian tiara as well as bow and arrow are both ancient symbols of Armenia.
Roman Silver Denarius of Augustus (27 B.C.E.-14 C.E.), Commemorating victory over Armenia, with symbols of Armenia: an Armenian Tiara with Bow quivers.
Roman Gold Aureus of Augustus (27 B.C.E.-14 C.E.)
Struck in 19 BC, in celebration of victory over Armenia (Armenia Capta) Victory cutting the throat of a bull. 
Imagery reminiscent of the deity Mithra (that has been venerated in ancient Armenia).

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