Roman Imperial Coins -
Includes the Sestertius (large), Dupondius (medium), and As (small).
Displays diverse imagery like gods, personifications (e.g., Victory, Fortune), military victories, or public works. Roman Imperial Coins
Latin inscriptions around the edge that list the Emperor's name and titles. 3. Reading Coin Legends Includes the Sestertius (large), Dupondius (medium), and As
High-value coins, often featuring refined portraits of the Emperor. Includes the Sestertius (large)
The standard silver coin for centuries until replaced by the Antoninianus (double denarius).
Tribunitian power, renewed annually and used to date the coin.
Roman legends use common abbreviations to save space. Identifying these is key to dating the coin. Title for the Emperor. CAES (Caesar): Often used for the heir or junior emperor. IMP (Imperator): Victorious general. P M (Pontifex Maximus): High priest of Rome.