HISTORICAL NOTE: The Late Roman AE4 bronze coins, issued from the 4th century to the 5th century AD, represent a significant evolution in Roman monetary policy and economic practice during a period of considerable socio-political upheaval.
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Roman Bronze 5 Coins (AE4) Grab Bag
Dating from the 4th to early 5th centuries AD, these small bronze coins were issued under emperors like Constantine the Great, Valentinian, and Theodosius, marking an era of transition and religious change. Each coin features distinct imperial portraits, symbols of Roman authority, providing a tangible link to the empire’s final centuries. Although circulated and showing various degrees of wear, these coins are perfect for collectors interested in the diverse and dynamic history of the Late Roman period. Great for beginners and seasoned numismatists alike, this grab bag offers a fascinating glimpse into Rome's enduring legacy.
Your coins will be pulled so that you get a variation of size and quality. Most of the coins have good detail. The coins pictured in the listing photos are representative of what you can expect. You will receive 5 coins and 1 black felt pouch.
- Date: 360-460 AD
- Size: 18 mm to 12 mm
- Composition: Bronze
HISTORICAL NOTE: The Late Roman AE4 bronze coins, issued from the 4th century to the 5th century AD, represent a significant evolution in Roman monetary policy and economic practice during a period of considerable socio-political upheaval. Spanning from the reign of Emperor Valens (364-378 AD) to that of Emperor Theodosius I (379-395 AD) and beyond, these diminutive coins, ranging roughly from 12 to 18 millimeters in diameter, reflect the empire's transition towards a more localized and less centralized economy. The AE4 coins were characterized by their crude design and lightweight composition, often strikingly different from the more elaborately crafted earlier denarii. Despite their reduced size and metal content, they served as crucial currency for everyday transactions and were widely used throughout the empire, including in provinces and remote regions. Their inscriptions and iconography frequently celebrated imperial virtues and Christian motifs, emblematic of the burgeoning influence of Christianity in Roman society. The introduction of the AE4 also mirrors the broader historical context, including inflationary pressures and the empire's shift towards a more stabilizing, yet fragmented, monetary system amidst barbarian invasions and internal strife.
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| Denomination | Various |
| Historical Period | Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD) |
| Cleaned/Uncleaned | Uncleaned |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Year | 50 AD-450 AD |
| Era | Ancient |
| Certification | Uncertified |
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