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LOL, perhaps I should just watch and learn instead of participating in this thread. Someone has given the correct answer-- I think-- but I am confused about Greek vs Roman names. The coin shows Venus and Cupid/Aphrodite and Eros. I picked this coin from wildwinds.com and read the attribution, which lists the deities' Greek names. But when I read other resources about Greek deities and their Roman counterparts, it seems that different names are used. For instance, if Greek Aphrodite = Roman Venus, why does is the attribution for this Roman coin list the Greek name instead of Roman name? Here's the coin and attribution Quote: Pisidia, Antioch. Gordian III. 238-244 AD. Æ 34mm (23.12 gm). Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / Aphrodite seated right, holding palm, Eros at feet, prow behind him. Krzyzanovska I/2; SNG Copenhagen 72. VF, dark brown patina, with traces of earthen encrustation. So Whizb4ng, you're up.
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I will see what I can find.
I am unsure why they would use the Greek names. I mean the inscription is in Latin. Many people do it as a matter of preference since they have become interchangeable.
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This one should be fairly easy. This coin just arrived yesterday. 
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I agree with JCM on this one.
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Well, I wouldve said Roma. If it counts as a god.
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It is a Roman period tetradrachm from Alexandria. The standard references refer to this deity as Athena though in general there is no difference between depictions of Roma, Athena and Minerva.
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Athena (Roma) hold Victory.
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Sorry was gone. It is most definitely Athena. I can post the coin later just at work at the moment. JCM you are up.
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Here you go, have fun with this one. 
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Helios....We agree Martin!
The rays is the give away!
Edited by Ancientnoob 06/06/2013 3:56 pm
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