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The Roman Empire is ironically known for both its greatness and its weaknesses. The Roman economy is no exception. The Roman economy represents an ancient economy that was large and powerful enough to create an empire that spanned the Mediterranean and lasted several centuries. The Roman economy is also known for its deficiencies which eventually led to the decline and fall of the Roman Empire. Origins of the Roman Economy The city of Rome emerged sometime between the 8th and 9 th century BC from a collection of farming communities that had established fortifications near the Tiber River. According to legend, Rome was founded in 753 BC. The city was ruled by kings until 509 BC when the last king