Roman coin

Caesar's pocket change

Roman coins are currency minted by ancient Rome, spanning the Republic through the Empire.

Common denominations include the gold aureus, silver denarius, and bronze sestertius.

Roman coins interest collectors and historians for their portraits of emperors, commemorative imagery, and insights into ancient economy: She found a Roman coin with Hadrian's profile while metal detecting.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G