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Roman Numerals

Convert between Arabic numbers and Roman numerals. Supports bi-directional conversion for numbers between 1-3999.

Convert between number systems

Our calculator makes it easy to convert between Arabic numbers (1, 2, 3...) and Roman numerals (I, II, III...). Enter either an Arabic number or a Roman numeral, and you'll instantly get the result in the other system. Supports all numbers from 1 to 3999.

How Roman numerals work

Roman numerals use seven basic symbols: I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), and M (1000). By combining these symbols, any number up to 3999 can be expressed. A smaller symbol before a larger one means subtraction (IV = 4), while symbols in descending order are added (VI = 6).

Modern uses today

Although Roman numerals originate from ancient Rome, they are still used today in many contexts. They appear on clock faces, for numbering book chapters, for important years and events (Super Bowl LVIII), in naming royalty and popes, and in classical architecture.

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