Ancient Roman Widows Mite Sized Bronze Coin

Updated August 24, 2026

Ancient Roman Widows Mite Sized Bronze Coin Ancient Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin 50 BC - 400 AD Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with significant wear and an irregular, fractional shape typical of small bronze denominations from this era. The surface displays a dark patina consistent with aged bronze. Specific design details are difficult to discern due to the small scale and heavy circulation. Mint: Unknown. Roman bronze coins of this size were produced at various imperial and provincial mints throughout the Roman Empire between 50 BC and 400 AD. Metal Content: Bronze. Historical Context: These small bronze coins, often referred to as widow's mites due to their diminutive size, represent the smallest denominations used in daily commerce across the Roman Empire and the Levant. They date from the late Roman Republic through the late Imperial period, serving as the currency of the common people for minor transactions. Strike Type: Hammered. These coins were produced by manually striking a heated metal flan between two hand-engraved dies. Grading: The item is encapsulated by the International Numismatic Bureau (INB) and identified as a Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin c. 50 BC - 400 AD, though no specific numerical grade is visible on the label. Roman coin, Widow's Mite, bronze, ancient currency, numismatics, slabbed coin, International Numismatic Bureau, artifact, Roman Empire, coin collecting, lepton, prutah ancient roman coins, widow's mite, bronze lepton, biblical coins, numismatics, ancient bronze coin, roman empire currency, collectible coins, international numismatic bureau, historical artifacts 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, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." Reference

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