Emperor coins (empire coins)

Coins made of metal with – the effigy of an emperor, – in a broader sense also said in reference to the superior ruler. – Coins with the image of the Roman emperor on the reverse. In the Roman Empire, since Augustus (63/44 B.C.-12 A.D.), the respective emperor reserved the right to issue coins of gold and silver into circulation. Smaller coins made of other metals such as copper and brass could be minted by the Senate. – In Germany, earlier also said of imperial coins, in contrast to Herrengeld. – See bishop’s money, DoubléMünze, Eteostichon, Herrengeld, Infrangiblity, coin paradox, coinage system, Roman.

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