Hallaton Roman coin is ‘oldest found in Britain’

by The Web on February 3, 2010

in Ancient Coins, Coin History, World Coins

A silver coin dug up as part of a hoard is the the oldest piece of Roman money found in Britain, experts believe.

The coin, which has been dated to 221BC, was found near Hallaton in Leicestershire with 5,000 other coins, a helmet and decorated bowl. Uncovered by archaeologists in 2000, the coin's significance has just been recognised ...

Full Article: Hallaton Roman coin is 'oldest found in Britain' - BBC News

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