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What was the silver content of the Roman denarius at the time of its introduction around 211 BC, and what had it fallen to by the reign of Gallienus (260–268 AD)?
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Approximately 90% silver, falling to approximately 30%
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Approximately 98% silver, falling to less than 2%
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Approximately 75% silver, falling to approximately 5%
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Approximately 100% silver, falling to approximately 50%
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