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Roman Silver Hoard Unearthed in Sweden
1 Nov
Summary
- Ancient Roman silver coins and a gold ring were discovered.
- The treasure is believed to be approximately 1,500 years old.
- Two of the 45 coins may have originated from modern-day Ukraine.
An archaeological discovery on a Swedish military base has revealed a trove of ancient Roman silver. Unearthed near a farmhouse foundation during excavations for a military base expansion, the treasure consists of 45 silver coins and a gold ring.
Experts estimate the treasure to have been buried approximately 1,500 years ago. Among the unearthed coins, two are suspected to have originated from the area of modern-day Ukraine. Additionally, preliminary assessments suggest that two of the 45 silver coins might be counterfeits.
The discovery was made through a final metal detector sweep conducted by archaeologists, adding a significant find to the region's historical records.
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