Discovery of ancient coin engraved with Goddess Luna shocks the archaeological world"
A rare bronze coin engraved with the Moon Goddess Luna has been discovered, revealing a previously unseen corner of the history of the ancient Roman Empire.
Báo Khoa học và Đời sống•12/10/2025
During a maritime survey off the coast of Israel, ancient currency expert Lior Sandberg of the Israel Antiquities Authority unexpectedly found a strange object. Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority. It is an ancient coin made of bronze, estimated to be around 1,850 years old. Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority.
This unique and spectacular coin depicts the Roman Moon Goddess Luna and the zodiac sign Cancer. Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority.
In ancient Roman mythology, Luna was the goddess of the Moon, best known for wearing a crescent-shaped crown and riding a chariot to dispel the darkness of night. Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority. Advanced archaeological exploration and analysis techniques have shown that this coin was minted during the reign of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius (reigned around 138-161 AD). Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority. The discovery of this rare coin serves as a vivid reminder of the importance of monetary exchange between Rome and ancient Israel. Photo: @Israel Antiquities Authority.
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