Marcus Antonius
Reign
Roman Empire (83 – 30)
Description
Marcus Antonius, one of the most important generals and politicians of the Roman Empire, B.C. He reigned from 83 to 30. Antonius was a member of the plebeian Antonia gens. His father died early, so he was raised in the house of his stepfather, Publius Cornelius Lentulus Sura. He later joined the populist opposition led by Publius Clodius Pulcher in the senate. During his military career, he participated in various campaigns and served on Caesar's side. Antonius II. he was a member of the triumvirate, in which he shared power with Caesar's heirs, Octavianus and Lepidus. VII. He is also known as the husband of the Egyptian pharaoh Cleopatra. As a result of the defeat suffered by Octavian, he ended his life with his own hand in BC. in the 30s.
Minting information
Marcus Antonius, one of the most important generals and politicians of the Roman Empire, ruled from 83 to 30. During this period, he struck many coins that reflect the political and social events of the era. Antony's coinage can be divided into two main periods. 83 to 44: This period was the period of Antony's rise and rise to power. Coins minted at this time often featured the portrait of the ruler on the obverse, and various religious and mythological motifs on the reverse, such as Jupiter, the king of the gods, or Victoria, the goddess of victory. 44 to 30: This period was the phase of Antony and Cleopatra's relationship and quest for power. Coins minted at this time often featured portraits of the ruler and Cleopatra on the obverse, and various military victories were celebrated on the reverse, such as Antony's victory over Parthia or Cleopatra's rule over Egypt. Antony's coinage had a significant impact on Roman coinage. It was during his time that the denarii, which later became the official coinage of the Roman Empire, became common. Antonius' coins are also an important source for learning about the political and social events of the era. Antonius' coins are still highly prized numismatic rarities. Coins depicting Cleopatra are particularly sought after by collectors.