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Ancient Roman Coins

Ancient Roman Coins include Roman Republican, Roman Imperatorial, Roman Imperial and Roman Provincial coins. Old roman coins and currency begin in the late 4th century B.C. and runs throughout the Roman Empire. Roman money was produce in gold, silver, bronze, orichalcum and copper. Dominations and value changed constantly, but sestertii and denarii were the most predominant coinage of the Roman civilization.

San Diego Coin & Bullion offers Ancient Roman coins for sale and would be happy to discuss your Roman coin collection with you. Visit our Kearny Mesa store to view our Ancient Roman Coins for sale.

Ancient Roman Coins

Frequently Asked Questions about Ancient Roman Coins

Ancient Roman coins were called “denarii” (silver), “aurei” (gold), “sestertii” (bronze), and “asses” (copper). The denarius was one of the most common and widely circulated coins in the Roman Empire.

The value of ancient Roman coins varies widely based on rarity, condition, and historical significance. Common coins might be worth $10-$50, while rare or well-preserved coins can fetch thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. Come to our San Diego store and one of our experts can let you know how much your roman coin is worth.

Ancient Roman coins were made from various materials, including gold (aurei), silver (denarii), bronze (sestertii), and copper (asses). The composition depended on the denomination and period of minting.