How the conversion works
This tool separately converts the day, month and year of the chosen date to Roman numerals, showing the result in DAY.MONTH.YEAR format, a style widely used in tattoos and engravings.
Roman numeral rules
| Symbol | Value |
|---|---|
| I | 1 |
| V | 5 |
| X | 10 |
| L | 50 |
| C | 100 |
| D | 500 |
| M | 1000 |
When a smaller-value symbol appears before a larger one, it is subtracted (e.g. IV = 4); when it appears after, it is added (e.g. VI = 6).
Example
December 25, 2024 becomes XXV.XII.MMXXIV.
Common uses
Dates in Roman numerals are very popular for birth date tattoos, wedding anniversaries, wedding invitations, commemorative plaques and graphic design with a classic aesthetic.
Frequently asked questions
Why use Roman numerals for a date?
It's a classic, discreet look, very popular for tattoos and engravings, since it disguises the date for anyone unfamiliar with the Roman system.
Is there a Roman numeral for zero?
No — the traditional Roman numeral system has no symbol to represent zero.
What's the largest number it can represent?
Traditionally, the Roman system represents numbers up to 3,999 (MMMCMXCIX) without extra special notation.