Roman Coins in Switzerland
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Collectors in Switzerland value clear provenance, conservation, and fair grading. Our catalog focuses on coins from the Roman Republic and Empire, with a practical emphasis on authenticity and condition. Explore our most recent arrivals and timeless pieces below.
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Available Roman Coins
Solidus of Theodosius II, Constantinople
Gold solidus of the Eastern Roman Emperor Theodosius II (AD 408–450), minted in Constantinople. (Gold, 20 mm, 4.42 g, 12 h) Obverse: Bust of Theodosius II with pearl diadem, cuirass, and paludamentum, facing right. Inscription: "D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG". Reverse: Victory standing left, holding a long cross and globe. Inscription: "VICTORIA AVGGG" with "CONOB" in exergue.
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Arabia, Bostra (?). Trajan (AD 98–117). Tridrachm, Rome, AD 111.
Obverse: AYTOKP KAIC TPAIANOC CЄB ΓЄPM ΔAK – Laureate bust of Trajan to right, slight drapery on left shoulder. Reverse: ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ЄΞ ΥΠΑΤ Є – Arabia standing facing, head turned left, holding branch in right hand and bundle of cinnamon sticks in left; behind, a camel standing left. References: Ganschow X12b; Metcalf 2; RPC III 4051; Sydenham 182.
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Hadrian (AD 117–138). Silver Denarius
Obv.: IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG – Laureate head of Hadrian right. Rev.: FORTUNAE REDVCI – Fortuna standing left, holding rudder set on globe and cornucopia. Hadrian (117–138) was one of the most prominent emperors of the Adoptive dynasty. He consolidated the empire’s frontiers, traveled extensively throughout the provinces, and commissioned great constructions such as Hadrian’s Wall in Britain. The reverse legend Fortunae Reduci refers to his many journeys and the divine wish for a safe return.
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Hadrian (AD 117–138), AR Denarius, Rome, AD 125–128,
Obverse: HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS – laureate head of Hadrian right. Reverse: COS III – Pietas seated left, right hand drawing her veil; left hand resting in her lap. Trajan’s successor, Hadrian was the Empire’s great “travelling emperor,” favoring consolidation over conquest. He strengthened frontiers such as Hadrian’s Wall in Britain and sponsored major building projects in Rome (the Pantheon, Villa Adriana). His otherwise steady reign was shaken by the Bar Kokhba Revolt in Judea.
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Roman Republic – 3 × As, after 211 BC, Rome
This lot includes three bronze asses struck after the major currency reform of the Roman Republic around 211 BC. The obverse depicts the bearded, laureate double head of Janus, symbolizing beginnings and endings as well as stability and order within the Republic. On the reverse appears the prow of a ship facing right, an emblem of Rome’s naval strength during the Punic Wars; the value mark “I” is shown above and on the obverse, with “ROMA” inscribed below the prow. These coins reflect Rome’s rise as the dominant Mediterranean power and stand as impressive witnesses of Republican coinage.
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Roman Republic – As, after 211 BC, Rome
Obv.: Bearded, laureate double head of Janus; value mark “I” above. Rev.: Prow of a ship to the right; value mark “I” above, inscription “ROMA” below. Reference: Crawford 56/2. This coin was issued after the major monetary reform of the Roman Republic around 211 BC, which introduced a reduced weight standard for the As. The double head of Janus on the obverse symbolizes transitions and duality—fitting imagery for a republic rooted in order and continuity. The reverse features a ship’s prow, representing Rome’s naval power during the Punic Wars.
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Uncertain Roman Provincial Bronze (AE16, 4 g), 2nd century AD, two heads right
This small provincial bronze belongs to the numerous local issues of the Eastern Roman provinces. Such coins often show the emperor together with another family member or ruler, accompanied by Greek inscriptions.
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Gordian III Silver Antoninianus (239–240 AD)
Legend: IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG → “Emperor Gordian, the Pious, the Blessed, Augustus” Description: Bust of Gordian III facing right, wearing a radiate crown, draped and cuirassed. The radiate crown identifies the coin as an antoninianus, a denomination valued at twice the denarius. Legend: FORTVNA REDVX → “Returning Fortuna” or “Fortuna who ensures a safe return” Description: Fortuna, the goddess of fate and luck, is seated left on a throne. In her right hand she holds a rudder, symbolising control over destiny and safe return. In her left hand she carries a cornucopia, symbolising prosperity and abundance. Beneath the throne appears a wheel, another attribute of Fortuna, representing the ever-changing nature of fortune. The FORTVNA REDVX type was frequently struck when the emperor or his troops returned safely from a journey or military campaign. Under Gordian III, this type likely relates to preparations for the Persian War against the Sassanian Empire around AD 242. Fortuna here represents divine protection for the emperor and the empire. Gordian III (AD 225–244) ascended the throne at just 13 years old, becoming the youngest sole ruler in Roman history. Grandson of Gordian I, he ruled after the “Year of the Six Emperors” in AD 238. His reign was marked by internal stabilisation and military campaigns against the Persians. He died young, aged 19, under disputed circumstances — either in battle or through a plot by his praetorian prefect Philip the Arab.
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Denarius of Diva Faustina Senior (d. 140/141 AD)
This Roman silver denarius was issued in honor of Faustina the Elder, wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius, after her death. She was deified by the Senate (Diva), and her coinage served as imperial propaganda to emphasize her divine status and reinforce the legitimacy of the Antonine dynasty. Obverse (Avers): Bust of Faustina Senior with elaborately arranged hair, facing right. Inscription: DIVA FAVSTINA Reverse (Revers): Standing female deity (likely Aeternitas) holding a scepter and raising her hand. Inscription: AETERNITAS – symbolizing the immortality and deification of the empress.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 312–313 AD – Constantine the Great
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantine the Great, laureate bust right. The reverse depicts Victory standing left, holding a wreath and palm branch, with the letters D and F in the fields. The legend SOLI INVICTO COMITI honours the unconquered Sun God.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 327–330 AD – Constantine the Great
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantine the Great with laurel wreath and legend CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse shows a camp gate with two towers, an open doorway, and three stars above. The legend PROVIDENTIAE AVGG highlights imperial foresight. Mintmark SMNT/SMMT identifies the Thessalonica mint.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 321–324 AD – Constantine the Great
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantine the Great, laureate bust right, legend CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse shows VOT / XX in two lines within a laurel wreath, celebrating the emperor’s 20th anniversary of reign. The mintmark in the exergue identifies the issuing mint.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 317–320 AD – Constantinus II Caesar
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantinus II, son of Constantine the Great, with laurel wreath and cuirassed bust right. The reverse shows a camp gate with an open doorway, two towers, and a star above. The legend PROVIDENTIAE CAESS highlights the foresight of the Caesars. Mintmark PLN identifies the Lugdunum mint.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 330–334 AD – Constantinus II Caesar
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantinus II, son of Constantine the Great, with a laureate and cuirassed bust right. Depending on the variant, the reverse depicts either a camp gate (PROVIDENTIAE CAESS) or two soldiers with military standards (GLORIA EXERCITVS). The mintmark in the exergue identifies the issuing mint.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 330–335 AD – Constantinus II Caesar
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantinus II with laurel wreath, legend CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts two soldiers holding spears and shields, flanking two military standards. The legend GLORIA EXERCITVS celebrates the glory of the Roman army. Mintmark PLG identifies the Lugdunum mint.
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Roman AE3 Bronze Coin 317–320 AD – Constantinus II Caesar – Camp Gate
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantinus II, son of Constantine the Great, with laurel wreath and legend CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse shows a camp gate with open doors and two towers. The legend PROVIDENTIAE CAESS highlights the foresight of the Caesars. Mintmark PLG identifies the Lugdunum mint.
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Antoninianus 286–293 AD – Maximian Herculius
This billon antoninianus features Emperor Maximian with a radiate crown and cuirassed bust right. The reverse shows Jupiter presenting a globe to the emperor, symbolizing divine authority. The legend IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG translates as “To Jupiter, Protector of the Emperors”. Mintmark TR indicates the Trier mint.
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AE3 Bronze Follis 363–364 AD – Jovian
The coin features Emperor Jovian with a pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust left. The reverse shows VOT / V in two lines within a laurel wreath. The mintmark HERACA identifies the Heraclea mint. About the Emperor: Jovian ruled briefly from AD 363 to 364, restoring Christianity’s favored status and negotiating peace with the Sassanid Empire.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 324–330 AD – Constantine the Great
This AE3 bronze coin features Constantine the Great right with a laurel wreath, legend CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse shows a camp gate with an open doorway, two towers, and stars above. The inscription PROVIDENTIAE AVGG refers to imperial foresight. The mintmark SMN identifies the Nicomedia mint.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 324–330 AD – Constantine the Great
This AE3 bronze coin features Emperor Constantine the Great right with a laurel wreath, legend CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts a camp gate with an open doorway and two towers, often with pellets or stars above. The inscription PROVIDENTIAE AVGG refers to imperial foresight. The mintmark SMHT identifies the Heraclea mint, 4th officina.
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AE3 Bronze Coin 320–321 AD – Crispus Caesar
This AE3 bronze coin features Crispus, son of Constantine the Great, with a laurel wreath on the obverse, legend IVL CRISPVS NOB C. The reverse shows a laurel wreath enclosing VOT X, surrounded by the legend CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Issued to commemorate the imperial vows for the tenth anniversary of reign. Mintmark SIS for Siscia.
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Roman Silver Denarius 196–197 AD – Septimius Severus
This denarius features Emperor Septimius Severus wearing a laurel wreath on the obverse. The reverse depicts the personification of Indulgentia seated left, holding a scepter and patera. The inscription INDVLGENTIA AVGG symbolizes imperial clemency and generosity.
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Roman Silver Denarius 196–211 AD – Julia Domna
This denarius features the portrait of Empress Julia Domna on the obverse. The reverse depicts the goddess Juno holding a scepter and patera, with a peacock at her feet. The inscription IVNO REGINA highlights Juno’s status as queen of the gods.
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Roman Silver Antoninianus 222–235 AD – Severus Alexander
This antoninianus features Emperor Severus Alexander wearing a laurel wreath on the obverse. The reverse depicts the goddess Felicitas standing left, holding a cornucopia and a patera. The inscription FELICITAS AVG symbolizes prosperity and stability under his reign.
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