Constantine Finance
Constantine’s Financial Policies: Building an Empire
Constantine the Great, Roman Emperor from 306 to 337 AD, implemented sweeping financial reforms that profoundly impacted the Roman Empire’s economy and governance. Faced with a fractured empire and a struggling economy, Constantine sought to stabilize the currency, streamline tax collection, and stimulate trade. His actions, while controversial in some respects, laid the groundwork for a more centralized and efficient financial system.