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Gaius Norbanus Sorex

100 BC – 60 BC

Ancient Roman actor

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About Gaius Norbanus Sorex

Lived 100 BC – 60 BC. Gaius Norbanus Sorex was a Roman stage actor.

Caius Norbanus Sorex was an actor who lived in Italy and was active at Pompeii and Nemi during the time of Augustus.

Sorex is depicted in an inscribed bronze herm portrait discovered in the precinct of the Temple of Isis at Pompeii. The herm, located in the southwest corner of the portico was most likely a votive offering to the goddess. The inscription reads:

C(aii) Norbani Soricis [actor] secundarum [partium] mag(istri) pagi Aug(usti) Felicis suburbani ex d(ecreto) d(ecurionum) loc(o) d(ato)

"The portrait of Caius Norbanus Sorex, a secondary actor, magistrate of the suburban district of Augustus Felix, (was set) in a place given by the decree of the decurions."

Sorex is also attested on the inscribed support for another herm found in the Eumachia building on the forum of Pompeii and another at the sanctuary of Diana in Nemi.

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Important facts

Born
100 BC
Birth century
Died
60 BC
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Chief of the village

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gaius Norbanus Sorex?

ancient Roman actor

When was Gaius Norbanus Sorex born?

Gaius Norbanus Sorex was born in 100 BC.

When did Gaius Norbanus Sorex die?

Gaius Norbanus Sorex died in 60 BC.

What was Gaius Norbanus Sorex's occupation?

Gaius Norbanus Sorex was a stage actor.

What nationality was Gaius Norbanus Sorex?

Gaius Norbanus Sorex was Roman.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gaius Norbanus Sorex

· Wikidata: Q1026025

· DBpedia: Gaius Norbanus Sorex

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