Roman Republican Silver Denarius, C. Fabius Cf. Hardianus, 102 BCE
Silver
4 Grams
C.5377
Further images
Obverse: Veiled and turreted head of Cybele right, EX. A. PV behind Reverse: Victory in biga right, F and dot below horses, stork before, C. FABI. C. F. in exergu...
Obverse: Veiled and turreted head of Cybele right, EX. A. PV behind
Reverse: Victory in biga right, F and dot below horses, stork before, C. FABI. C. F. in exergu
The goddess Cybele, also known as Magna Mater, or “Great Mother,” was imported to the Roman Empire from Asia Minor. Her iconography often depicts her as enthroned and flanked by two lions. Additionally, she is often portrayed as veiled and turreted, accompanied by her consort, Attis.
Crawford 322/1b. RSC Fabia 14.
Reverse: Victory in biga right, F and dot below horses, stork before, C. FABI. C. F. in exergu
The goddess Cybele, also known as Magna Mater, or “Great Mother,” was imported to the Roman Empire from Asia Minor. Her iconography often depicts her as enthroned and flanked by two lions. Additionally, she is often portrayed as veiled and turreted, accompanied by her consort, Attis.
Crawford 322/1b. RSC Fabia 14.