About this episode

Dean Kinzer discusses the significance of coins in the ancient world and their connection to the rise and fall of the Roman empire.

It took about ten years, but it looks like our road, like all of them, lead to Rome. Dean Kinzer of Kinzer Coins joins us for a conversation about the role that coins played in the ancient world. He explains how money evolved in ancient Europe, the process through which coins were produced, and how you can see the rise and fall of the Roman empire through the output of their mint. If you're interested in learning more about ancient coins check out Dean's podcast, The Ancient Coin Hour , or visit Kinzer Coins' website at KinzerCoins.com. This episode was edited by Ben Sawyer.

People in this episode

Guest: Dean Kinzer

Topics covered

• ancient coins
• Roman empire
• money evolution
• coin production
• history

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kinzer Coins

Books & works: The Ancient Coin Hour

Places: Rome, ancient Europe

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