Ancient Rome: Bronze Coin from the 4th Century (about 1600-1700 years ago)
This simple package contains a single Roman bronze coin from the 4th century AD.
Technical Details:
Format: Single coin in pack with display card
Pack ID: ROMPAK(C)
Material: Bronze
Historical Significance: This 4th century Roman bronze coin circulated during a transformative period when the empire was transitioning from paganism to Christianity and experiencing significant political restructuring. Small bronze denominations like this were used for everyday transactions by ordinary people throughout the vast Roman territories. Unlike gold and silver coins, which were often saved or melted down, bronze coins provide archaeologists and historians with evidence of commercial activity among common citizens. Holding such a coin creates a direct connection to daily life in the Late Roman Empire, when citizens might have used similar pieces to purchase bread, wine, or other necessities.
This simple package contains a single Roman bronze coin from the 4th century AD.
Technical Details:
Format: Single coin in pack with display card
Pack ID: ROMPAK(C)
Material: Bronze
Historical Significance: This 4th century Roman bronze coin circulated during a transformative period when the empire was transitioning from paganism to Christianity and experiencing significant political restructuring. Small bronze denominations like this were used for everyday transactions by ordinary people throughout the vast Roman territories. Unlike gold and silver coins, which were often saved or melted down, bronze coins provide archaeologists and historians with evidence of commercial activity among common citizens. Holding such a coin creates a direct connection to daily life in the Late Roman Empire, when citizens might have used similar pieces to purchase bread, wine, or other necessities.
This simple package contains a single Roman bronze coin from the 4th century AD.
Technical Details:
Format: Single coin in pack with display card
Pack ID: ROMPAK(C)
Material: Bronze
Historical Significance: This 4th century Roman bronze coin circulated during a transformative period when the empire was transitioning from paganism to Christianity and experiencing significant political restructuring. Small bronze denominations like this were used for everyday transactions by ordinary people throughout the vast Roman territories. Unlike gold and silver coins, which were often saved or melted down, bronze coins provide archaeologists and historians with evidence of commercial activity among common citizens. Holding such a coin creates a direct connection to daily life in the Late Roman Empire, when citizens might have used similar pieces to purchase bread, wine, or other necessities.
