The numismatic section of Palazzo Massimo alle Terme: the history of metal coins in Rome.
[Roman coins / National Museum of Rome. Palazzo Massimo alle Terme – Coin collection] The numismatic section in the underground spaces of Palazzo Massimo alle Terme shows modern visitors the history of that particular means of exchange and measure of value, the metal coin of intrinsic value.
The guide illustrates the collections conserved at the museum; the section on “Metals and coins” is joined by two others, “Prices in Rome” and “Luxury in Rome”, explaining different aspects of everyday life in ancient Rome.