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Ancient Coin's Bus Fare Journey: A 2,000-Year Surprise
5 Apr
Summary
- A 2,000-year-old Carthaginian coin was used as bus fare in England.
- The coin dates back to the first century BC, minted in ancient Cadiz.
- It was discovered in the 1950s and recently donated to Leeds Museums.
A remarkable piece of history, a 2,000-year-old Carthaginian coin, was recently identified after being unknowingly used as bus fare in England. This ancient artifact originates from the first century BC, minted in the region now known as Cadiz. The coin was originally discovered in the 1950s by James Edwards, who collected unusable coins as part of his job with Leeds City Transport.
Upon his grandfather's passing, the coin was inherited by Peter Edwards, who kept it preserved for many years. Recently, he began researching its origins, leading to its donation to Leeds Museums and Galleries. Experts confirmed its identity as a Carthaginian coin, likely brought back to the city by a returning soldier, though its precise journey remains a mystery.
