Aurum: Latin for "gold," suggesting a currency backed by gold or possessing inherent value.
Denarius: A Roman silver coin, evoking a sense of antiquity and imperial power. Variations could include "New Denarius," "Imperial Denarius," or "Silver Denarius" to add specificity.
Drachma: An ancient Greek silver coin, implying a connection to classical civilization and trade. Consider variations like "Achaean Drachma" or "Spartan Drachma" to tie it to a specific region.
Shekel: An ancient unit of weight and currency used in the Near East, suggesting a connection to biblical times or Middle Eastern cultures. Variations could include "Tyrian Shekel" or "Israelite Shekel" for geographic specificity.
Mina: An ancient unit of weight and currency used in various cultures, including Mesopotamia and Greece. This offers flexibility in terms of cultural association.
Talent: A large ancient unit of weight and currency, suggesting significant value and wealth. Variations could include "Babylonian Talent" or "Egyptian Talent" to specify its origin.
Stater: An ancient Greek gold or silver coin, implying a standard or official currency.
Obol: A small ancient Greek coin, suggesting a low denomination.
As: A Roman bronze coin, representing a common or everyday currency.
Solidus: A late Roman gold coin, suggesting a strong and valuable currency.
Libra: Latin for "pound," referring to a unit of weight often used as a basis for currency. This could be adapted to various contexts.
Nummus: A late Roman bronze coin, offering a more obscure but historically accurate option.
Lepton: A small ancient Greek coin, similar to the Obol in value.
Sestertius: A Roman coin of moderate value, providing a middle ground between the As and the Denarius.
Aureus: A Roman gold coin, similar to the Solidus but potentially implying a slightly earlier period.
These names can be further customized by adding prefixes or suffixes to reflect specific aspects of your fictional world, such as the name of a kingdom, a deity, or a significant historical event. For example, "The King's Denarius," "The Sun Shekel," or "The Olympian Drachma." Consider also using descriptive adjectives to further enhance the name's evocative power.
