Is Denarii Still Used?

The denarius also survives in the common Arabic name for a currency unit, the dinar used from pre-Islamic times, and still used in several modern Arab nations.

Why did the denarius lose value?

The basic silver coin of the Roman Empire was the denarius. ... Eventually, the surface coating was so thin that it quickly rubbed off after the coin left the mint. By this time (280 c.e.), the silver coinage of the empire had almost totally lost its value and had to be reconstituted by Diocletion.

Are Roman coins still used today?

While Roman pieces are among the most popular, collectors can and do still acquire pieces from the ancient Greeks, multiple Chinese dynasties, and more. Beyond these ancient coins, gold, bullion, and silver still represent wise investments and are available for purchase from Metals.com.