2000 Year Old Roman Silver Coin Found In Poland

[E-Trac-Ohio]

Roman coin was buried for 2,000 years in Poland — until metal detector found it

Experts called the find extraordinary.

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[dognose]

very cool

thanks for posting

 

[Mackaydon]

The coin is a 'serratus' denarius with distinctive toothed edges. Experimental archaeology has shown these were created by hitting the blank coin flan with a sharp tool as it was rolled along a surface with pliers. As well as creating a decorative final appearance, this also acted as an anti-counterfeiting measure, exposing the silver interior of the coin while also discouraging coin clipping.
Don.....

 

[Mackaydon]

A similar coin in better condition would look like this:


The (different) Roman numerals on both sides of the coin as well as the scopion under the chin are die control numbers, not a date. Many different objects were shown to differentiate the various dies.
Don.....
PS: Sorry about the size.