Roman numerals are a numbering system that originated in ancient Rome and was widely used throughout Europe until the late Middle Ages. Combinations of letters from the Latin alphabet are used to represent numbers in this system. Seven symbols are used in modern style, each with a set integer value:

Long after the Roman Empire fell apart, Roman numerals were still used. Roman numerals began to be phased out in favour of Arabic numbers in the 14th century; however, this transition was slow, and Roman numerals are still used in some applications today.

Clock faces are one of the most common places where they may be found.

Loading full article...