Curiosities of ancient Rome (Coins)

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Coins is a collection of curiosities dedicated to Roman coinage and money in the ancient world. This category features lesser-known facts, interesting details, and information about ancient Roman coins—their function, symbolism, production, and role in the economy of the Roman Empire.

Roman coin depicting Galla Placidia

Roman gold coin (solidus) depicting Elia Galla Placidia. The object is dated to the 5th century CE. The coin was minted in Aquileia (Italy) and was found near Prokuplje in south-eastern Serbia. On the obverse…Więcej

Coin to celebrate the 2200 anniversary of death of Plautus

In 2016, Italy celebrated the 2200 anniversary of the death of the famous Roman comedian Plautus by minting a 2-euro coin in his honor. Titus Maccius Plautus was born around 250 and died 184 BCE.…Więcej

Coin of Julian the Apostate

Roman coin of Julian the Apostate. On reverse side is seen bull standing beneath two stars. Dated to IV century CE.Więcej

Coin of Jugurtha – king of Numidia

Coin (drachm) of Jugurtha, king of Numidia, who was ally and subsequent enemy. Dated back to II century BCE.Więcej

Medallion showing emperor Probus and Sol Invictus

Medallion showing emperor Probus. A great and powerful emperor of the late third century. On the coin we can see also Sol Invictus.Więcej

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