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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;medoraman, post: 1634594, member: 26302&quot;]&quot;Centenionalis&quot; is a name that I am not sure is very supported in literature. It is used for late bronzes, and halves, etc.</p><p><br /></p><p>The problem is it appears at times there are different denominations of coins based upon observed weights, but then at other times this disappears. Its really a muddy situation, which is why previous numismatists just categorized these coins based on 4 sizes, AE1-4. AE3 is the most common from Constantine through maybe Valentinian or so, then AE4 becomes the most common size. AE1 and 2 are larger and always worth more money.</p><p><br /></p><p>The honest answer is we don&#039;t know. I do believe at times there was a denomination system in place, but it only held for shorter periods. What with multiple denomination systems being put in place at times, gradual shrinkage of coinage, etc. its basically &quot;messy&quot;. While its interesting and I do read research into the issues, personally I simply use AE1-4 for right now, figuring if the issue were ever SETTLED, and a book detailing every issue was accepted by everyone, THEN I would change my flips. <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie1" alt=":)" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" />[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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