Coins | Roman Imperial
Includes the Sestertius (large), Dupondius (medium), and As (small).
"By decree of the Senate," found on bronze coins. 4. Identification & Research Tools
The standard silver coin for centuries until replaced by the Antoninianus (double denarius). Roman Imperial Coins
Small, common bronze coins from the later empire (293–476 AD), often affordable for new collectors. 2. Anatomy of a Roman Coin
To identify a specific coin, you can use these major databases and references: How to Read Roman Imperial Coins-and what we get from them Includes the Sestertius (large), Dupondius (medium), and As
High-value coins, often featuring refined portraits of the Emperor.
Roman currency was based on a system of gold, silver, and bronze/copper. Includes the Sestertius (large)
Tribunitian power, renewed annually and used to date the coin.