Flashcards in Prescribed Sources Deck (2)
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Q
How does the coin of Aereus, Gaius and Lucius c 2BCE-4BCE demonstrate Aureus and Gaius as worthy heirs to Augustus?
A
Augustus’ head is on one side of the coin he is wearing a Laureate, the other side of the coin depicts Gaius and Lucius Caesar standing veiled with shields and other priestly symbols.
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Q
How does a coin 16 BCE present both Tiberius and Drusus as potential successors to Augustus?
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They are both shown presenting Laurels to Augustus, with Augustus himself being shown as seated and higher than the two men, shown that while he was still alive he remained superior to them.
