Roman Numeral Converter
Bidirectional converter between standard Arabic numbers and Roman numerals. Supports values from I (1) to M̄M̄M̄CMXCIX (3,999,999) using vinculum notation for large numbers. Shows the breakdown of each Roman symbol.
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Common Use Cases
- Convert chapter or section numbering
- Decode year inscriptions on buildings
- Format Super Bowl or Olympic game numbering
- Educational exercises on Roman numerals
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there no zero in Roman numerals?
Roman numerals are an additive/subtractive system evolved from tally marks — they represent quantities, not positions. The concept of zero as a number was introduced to Europe from Indian mathematics via Arabic scholars in the medieval period, by which time Roman numerals were already established.
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