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Roman Numeral Converter

Convert numbers to Roman numerals and Roman numerals back to numbers, from 1 to 3999. Nothing leaves your browser.

How it works

Roman numerals use the letters I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500) and M (1000). A smaller letter before a larger one is subtracted (IV = 4, IX = 9, XL = 40, XC = 90, CD = 400, CM = 900); otherwise values are added. Standard form never repeats a letter more than three times in a row. Common years: 2025 = MMXXV, 2026 = MMXXVI.

FAQ

How do you convert a number to Roman numerals?

Take the largest Roman value that fits (M 1000, CM 900, D 500, CD 400, C 100, XC 90, L 50, XL 40, X 10, IX 9, V 5, IV 4, I 1), write it, subtract it, and repeat until nothing is left. For example 1994 is M + CM + XC + IV = MCMXCIV.

What is the largest Roman numeral?

In standard form the largest is MMMCMXCIX, which is 3999. Larger numbers traditionally used a bar over the letters, which this tool does not support.

Is there a Roman numeral for zero?

No. The Roman system had no symbol for zero, so this converter starts at 1.

Is my data stored or uploaded?

No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent anywhere.

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