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I always thought it interesting that this type came out of Arles alone
A city firmly under the control of Constantine I
The only thing missing really might be a legend reading DIVO LICINIO
Sending a message perhaps ?
(We will deify you !)
Maybe the DIVO CONSTANTIO folles might have been an inspiration ?
Nothing safer than putting all the relatives safely up in Heaven !
I notice many ID the figure on back as Licinius
But many point to Jove
I think it likely is Jove
As the emperor being carried away by eagle is too similar to a deification type
Nice coin
Thanks for the response FVRIVS RVFVS.
I don't know enough of the history (yet) between Licinius and Constantine I, but your words will encourage me to study this. (So many stories, and so little time!)
But your comment on Jove being conveyed on the eagle, and not Licinius, does strike a chord with me.
When I first examined this piece, I immediately thought who is the goddess (not god) on the eagle?(due to the well formed pectorals).
Juventas perhaps? (Hebe)
But logically yes it would seem that Jove is a good candidate and many depictions of him are astride an eagle.
Grant
The Ox moves slowly, but the Earth is patient.
Posted 01/22/2024 03:00 am
