Roman Coin | Silver Antoninianus Army which were the lowest-value coins

which were the lowest-value coins in circulation at the time

at the Place de la Concorde

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the coins depict Athena

shrapnel’s effectiveness was stark and brutal

Roman Coin | Silver Antoninianus Army which were the lowest-value coinsHistory of the Artifact The antoninianus, introduced in the early 3rd century CE, replaced the silver denarius as Rome faced economic instability and inflation. Officially valued at two denarii, it became known as the "double denarius," though its silver content was only slightly higher than that of a single denarius. This shift aimed to meet financial demands, especially for military expenses, but contributed to further currency devaluation over