Ancient Roman Widows Mite Sized Bronze Coin

Updated August 20, 2026

Ancient Roman Widows Mite Sized Bronze Coin Roman Widow's Mite Sized Ancient Bronze Coin c. 50 BC - 400 AD INB Slabbed This historical specimen is an ancient bronze coin fragment dating from approximately 50 BC to 400 AD, a period spanning the height of the Roman Empire. Identified as a Widow's Mite sized piece, it represents the smallest denomination of currency used in daily transactions during antiquity. This specific bronze coin is housed in a protective International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slab with a green label, ensuring its preservation and providing a clear chronological attribution. The coin features a distinct angular shape characteristic of ancient bronze currency that has survived for nearly two millennia. This piece offers a tangible connection to the economy of the ancient world and is a perfect entry-level antiquity for any numismatic collection focusing on the Roman era. Ancient Roman Widows Mite Sized Bronze Coin c. 50 BC - 400 AD INB Certified Condition: This item is housed in a protective holder from the International Numismatic Bureau. The bronze specimen appears as a partial fragment or irregular clipped shape with a dark, aged patina consistent with ancient copper-alloy materials. Surface detail is minimal due to the fragmentary nature of the piece. The mint is unidentified, as is typical for small bronze denominations of this era without legible mint marks. The metal content is bronze. Historical context refers to the period between 50 BC and 400 AD, spanning the Roman Republic to the later Roman Empire. During this time, small bronze coins were the smallest unit of currency used by the common people for daily transactions. The strike type is hand-struck. The grading is provided by the International Numismatic Bureau (INB) as a Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin, though a specific numerical grade is not assigned to this specimen. Roman, Widow's Mite, Bronze coin, Ancient, Numismatic, Coin collecting, Fragment, Artifact, Antiquity, Roman Empire, Lepton, Prutah, Historical, INB, International Numismatic Bureau Roman Widow's Mite, ancient bronze coin, Roman Empire currency, Biblical coins, numismatic collectibles, INB graded coin, ancient history artifacts, Widow's Mite sized, Roman coinage 50 BC, collectible ancient coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade

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