Sestertius Caesar – Roman metal coin for the games
€ 0,80
The sestertius was one of the most popular and widespread coins of ancient Rome. In the Republic it was made of silver, later under the Empire mostly of bronze or brass. This replica features the portrait of Caesar.
Parameter Value
Diameter 25 mm
Thickness approx. 2 mm
Weight approx. 7 g
Material Zinc alloy
Color variants Silver, Gold, Silver patina, Copper patina, Verdigris
Suitable for LARP, RPG, board games, gifts, props, etc.
Who is the coin for
It is a game coin for use in board games, cosplay, larp and rpg, in theater, etc. It is a game coin for use in board games, cosplay, larp and rpg, in theater, etc. It will be used, for example, by LARP players, RPG gamemasters, collectors of fantasy items and fans of epic mythology.
Uses of coin
Suitable as a game currency, trophy, collector’s item or atmospheric accessory to a costume.
Sestertius
The sestertius was one of the most popular and widely used coins of ancient Rome. During the Republic it was struck in silver; later, under the Empire, it became a large bronze or brass coin. This replica features the portrait of Caesar.
Our replicas are highly authentic in look and feel. They are ideal as gaming coins for board games, LARP, RPGs, or any historical setting where believable currency matters.
The sestertius first appeared around 211 BC as a small silver coin worth one quarter of a denarius. After the monetary reform of Augustus in 23 BC, it was reissued in bronze and became one of the most common coins of the Roman Empire, used until the late 3rd century AD. Most were minted in Rome.
The sestertius also served as a key accounting unit: prices and wealth were commonly expressed in sestertii. For example, the fortune of the immensely wealthy general Crassus was estimated at 200 million sestertii. The price of a slave was around 6,000 sestertii. A legionary’s annual pay in the 1st century was about 900 sestertii — roughly 1.5 sestertii per day, comparable to about 30–40 USD in modern terms.
This replica is based on a historical original and was originally created for our games. Perfect for Roman-themed treasure, LARP and RPG props, or as a collectible coin.
Hold a coin that once defined everyday life in the Roman Empire.
Large. Heavy. Audible.
The sestertius wasn’t rare treasure — it was the coin of markets, soldiers, food, and daily decisions.
It passed from legionaries to merchants, from taverns to temples.
It built the Empire — one transaction at a time.
Details
- Diameter: 25 mm
- Material: zinc alloy
- Finish: aged metal look
- Design: portrait of Caesar
Perfect for
- LARP & reenactment
- RPG & board games
- Roman-themed events
- immersive storytelling
Why this coin works
Most “game coins” are just tokens.
This one behaves like money.
It has:
- weight
- presence
- sound
When it hits the table, people react differently.
A real Roman unit
The sestertius was one of the most widely used coins in ancient Rome.
- used from ~211 BC to the 3rd century AD
- key unit of value across the Empire
- a legionary earned ~900 sestertii per year
This is not fantasy currency.
This is how Rome actually worked.
The Empire wasn’t just built by armies.
It was built by coins like this.
Shipping & Delivery
We ship worldwide from the EU.
📦 Shipping cost
Shipping is fixed based on destination.
Because shipping cost is fixed, larger orders offer significantly better value.
🌍 Customs & duties
Orders within the EU are shipped without customs fees.
Shipping to the USA
We ship to the USA via our US partner. Your order is processed locally, no customs, no extra fee, you receive it as a domestic USPS shipment.
All customs handling is taken care of on our side — you won’t need to deal with any customs fees or import procedures.
Canada: No import duties. Local taxes may apply depending on your region.
For other non-EU countries (e.g. UK, Switzerland, Norway), customs charges may apply. We list the goods as “toy parts – metal token for games”, many countries have zero customs duties on them, but we do not guarantee what your customs office will decide.
🚚 Delivery time
Europe: 3–7 business days
USA: 10–14 days
Other countries: varies depending on location
📬 Shipping method
We use trusted carriers (Packeta, DHL, Hermes, Colissimo, GLS, UPS, USPS and other partners by country).
Tracking is provided for all orders.
💡 Tip
Because the real shipping costs are the same for 10 or 100 coins, it is advantageous to order more at once.
Most customers order 30–100 coins to make the most of shipping.
Near Alesia
The camp stood just beyond the village — but the world between them was different.
Leather, smoke, Latin commands — and then a market where people spoke more quietly, more with their hands.
A legionary set his helmet on the table. A local man laid out cheese, dried meat, and a jug.
“How much?” the legionary asked.
The man shrugged. The legionary pulled out a coin.
A sestertius.
Large. Heavy. Bearing an emperor who had never set foot here — and yet ruled the place all the same.
The man turned it in his fingers. Smiled.
“Rome,” he said simply.
The legionary added another. Not as negotiation. More as habit.
“For us, it’s far away,” said the local.
“For us too,” the legionary replied.
The coins rang softly against the wood. The deal was done.
Because the Empire was not only about war.
It was about the same coin being accepted on both sides of the road.
Rome — The Olive Seller
The street was busy long before the sun cleared the rooftops.
“Olives! Fresh olives!” the merchant called, as if it were news.
Bowls shimmered with oil. Wine caught the light. Bread smelled strong enough to slow people down.
“Try,” he said to a woman trying to pass.
She stopped.
She tasted.
Too late.
“One bowl,” she said.
The merchant didn’t count aloud. He simply held out his hand.
A coin landed in his palm.
A sestertius.
Large. Warm from the sun. Worn by hundreds of purchases that looked the same — and yet were always different.
He rolled it between his fingers and dropped it into a bowl with the others. The metal rang familiarly.
“You’ll be back,” he said.
The woman smiled slightly.
“If they stay this good.”
The merchant shrugged.
“In Rome, everything comes back. People, tastes… even coins.”
The sestertius disappeared among the others.
And the street went on.
Roman Women and Perfume — Everyday Luxury
The shop was small, but you could smell it before the door opened.
Glass bottles stood in rows like small treasures. Myrrh, rose, cinnamon — things that had traveled farther than most people ever would.
“This one is new,” said the merchant, carefully removing the stopper.
The scent was quiet. Not immediate. The kind that chooses to stay.
A Roman woman touched it to her wrist. Another watched her expression — more important than words.
“It’s light,” said the first.
“It’s more expensive,” the merchant replied calmly.
For a moment, nothing moved. Only the street outside, voices, distant footsteps.
Then she reached for a coin.
A sestertius.
The brass caught the light between the glass bottles. Not a small purchase — but not an extraordinary one either. More a decision that today was worth it.
The merchant took the coin more carefully than most.
“They will ask you what it is,” he said.
She smiled.
“That’s fine.”
The bottle disappeared into cloth. The coin among others.
And the scent went out into the streets with her.
Bets in the Arena — Metal and Noise
The noise started before anyone entered.
The arena was a place where decisions were made quickly. Shouting, dust, sun — and hands pointing at who to bet on.
“The new one,” said a man.
“He won’t survive,” said another.
Coins were already out. Sestertii gathered in hands, pockets, on wooden boards between men who claimed to know.
“Two,” said the first, placing them down.
The metal rang clearly.
“Fool,” someone laughed.
More coins followed. Bets didn’t argue with words. They argued with weight.
A man rolled a sestertius between his fingers. Worn, like most things in Rome.
“Why him?” his friend asked.
The man watched the arena below.
“Because he doesn’t know he’s afraid yet,” he said.
The coin dropped onto the pile.
The noise rose. The gates opened.
And in the arena — just like in the market — metal decided before words did.
Identity
Verwenden Sie Silbergroschen als Standardwährung,
Gold für hohe Werte,
patiniertes Silber für Münzen mit niedrigem Wert.
Design
Specifications
Usage
RPG
Brettspiele und andere Spiele
Film- und Theaterrequisiten
Themenmärkte und ähnliche Veranstaltungen
Themen-Kinderlager
FAQ
Is the Sestertius coin double-sided?
Yes, all our coins are double-sided. The Sestertius has a portrait Emperor Rudolf II on the obverse, and a imperial Coat of arms on the reverse, just like the original.
Is it an exact replica of the original?
Yes, it is based on the real appearance of the Thaler 1603.
What is the weight of one coin Sestertius?
Approximately 4 grams.
What does the Sestertius coin feel like?
Authentic, it is a metal coin.
Is the coin suitable for LARP or RPG?
Yes, it is made of a durable alloy and has safe rounded edges.
Is it a replica or fiction?
It is a fairly faithful historical replica created in real size based on a real coin from the time of Caesar.
Can the coin also be used as a gift?
Yes, it is often used as a thematic trifle or collector’s item object.
Is the coin magnetic?
No
What is the lifespan of the surface treatment?
It depends on the way of use, in general – the lifespan is long.
Can the coin be used as real currency or an investment?
No — You can try, but we are afraid that you will not succeed, it has been withdrawn from circulation for a few centuries 🙂
This is a replica for games, collecting or as a prop (it is not minted from silver and has no real value as currency).
Safety Warning
This coin is not a toy.
Not suitable for children under 3 years – choking hazard (small parts).
Keep out of reach of small children.
Additional Safety Recommendations
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The coin is metal and may be heavier than regular plastic coins tokens.
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Do not use as an object for throwing or hitting.
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Do not chew, do not put in mouth.
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Not suitable for children under 3 years without adult supervision.
Coin maintenance and cleaning
Common cleaning
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Wipe with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth.
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If the patina is more pronounced, use a mild soap solution and dry thoroughly again.
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Do not use abrasives or scouring pads — they can damage the surface treatment.
What not to do with a coin
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Do not leave in moisture for a long time (you will extend the life of the patina and the surface).
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Do not expose to aggressive chemicals (cleaning sprays, acids, acetone, polish remover).
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Do not put in the dishwasher — heat and water pressure destroy the surface finish.
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Do not leave in salt water (corrosive environment).
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Do not put in pockets with keys — they quickly scratch the surface.
Long-term storage
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Store in a dry place.
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Ideally keep in a bag, box or envelope.
We originally created coins for our games (http://cestycasem.cz), Prague Groschen especially Interregnum 1313 aka Bloody Times http://interregnum.cz
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