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Three men were convicted and sentenced to prison for stealing nearly 500 ancient Celtic gold coins from a German museum in 2022, with the theft occurring in just nine minutes and most of the treasure still missing or melted down.
Archaeologists in Greece have uncovered part of a massive aqueduct built by Roman emperor Hadrian to supply water to Corinth, along with rare Greek coins and the remains of an ancient settlement. The aqueduct, over 100 feet long, was part of a monumental hydraulic project and is just one of the discoveries at the Tenea archaeological site, which also include a building complex dating back to the Archaic and Hellenistic periods, a Roman-era cemetery, and prehistoric settlement remains. The rare silver coins found at the site, dating to the late sixth century B.C., were used in religious worship, shedding light on the site's ancient significance.
A significant archaeological discovery has been made in Claterna, an ancient city in northern Italy, with 3,000 ancient coins and gems unearthed so far. Claterna, once a bustling hub with ties to Rome, existed from the second century B.C. through the sixth century. The ongoing excavation covers about 44 acres, with only 10% of the site searched. Previous excavations have revealed roads, mosaics, a spa facility, and an enormous theater. The recent findings include silver and gold coins, colored gems, and a rare silver coin dating back to 97 BC. The discoveries highlight Claterna's historical importance and its relationship with Rome. Plans are underway to educate the public about Claterna and restore its ancient theater.
Tens of thousands of ancient bronze coins, dating from the first half of the fourth century, have been discovered off the coast of Sardinia. A diver alerted authorities, leading to the retrieval of the coins by divers from Italy's culture ministry. The coins, estimated to number between 30,000 and 50,000, are in excellent condition, with even the damaged ones still having legible inscriptions. The find is considered one of the most important coin discoveries in recent years and suggests the presence of a shipwreck in the area.
Tens of thousands of ancient bronze coins, dating from the first half of the fourth century, have been discovered off the coast of Sardinia near the town of Arzachena. The coins, found in sea grass, are estimated to number between 30,000 and 50,000. The coins are in excellent condition, with even the damaged ones still having legible inscriptions. The discovery is considered one of the most important coin finds in recent years and suggests the presence of a shipwreck in the area, highlighting the rich archaeological heritage of the seabed.