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Roman Emperor Trajan Decius

Gaius Messius Quintus Trajanus Decius, commonly referred to as Trajan Decius, ruled Ancient Rome from 249 to 251 AD. Roman Emperor Trajan Decius wanted to restore Rome to its former glory and ancient traditions. Therefore,…

What is a Gold Aureus?

Ancient Coins, Ancient Roman Coin, Rare Gold Coins | February 7, 2021

A gold coin of ancient Rome What is a Gold Aureus? The Julius Caesar Gold Aureus was a gold coin of ancient Rome originally valued at 25 pure Silver Denarii. From the 1st century BC to the beginning of the 4th century AD the aureus was…

What Ancient Roman coins were made of silver?

Ancient Coins, Rare Silver Coins | January 25, 2021

What Ancient Roman coins were made of silver is a question we frequently get. This NGC Certified Roman coin minted by Emperor Otho for instance, is a great example, and it is a beautiful coin.…

Roman Emperor Trajan Decius

What is a Gold Aureus?

What Ancient Roman coins were made of silver?

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