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CONTEST - "Beliefs in the Ancient World"

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RomanArmydeity

34) This coin obverse shows a deity who was very popular in the Roman Army. This cult is largely thought to have originated in Persia and probably be connected with the Sun and Fire worship. a) The deity was called .......? b) Which animal ( its sacrifice) was connected with the rituals as shown on the remaining artifacts portraying the deity, a .......? c) As you can see the deity is depicted wearing a special type of cap called a...... cap? d) This coin comes from Pontus Amisos - in which modern day country is that located...?

Date: 03/27/2010

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