Metal Detectorist Finds Gold Coin of an Unknown Ruler From Pre-Roman Britain; Inscription Says, 'Mighty as the God' A rare ...

The hoard contains 44 British coins that bear the name of British Celtic King Cunobelin, who reigned from around AD5 to AD40 ...

Several dozen other coins, made of an alloy of gold, silver and copper, come from what is now Great Britain and were stamped ...

A pair of Dutch metal detectorists uncovered an unusual hoard of Roman and British coins dating back to Biblical times, ...

Roman mosaics found in Britain are remarkable examples of ancient artistry, showcasing intricate designs and craftsmanship. A ...

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A Roman-era cemetery, found ahead of a construction project in England, holds an unusual burial at its center.

During this period, the northern limit of the Roman Empire was the Rhine River, where Roman troops were set up to fend off ...

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The 404 coins, including 44 from Britain, are believed to be a mix of military pay and the spoils of war, stashed by a Roman soldier after he returned to the European continent ...

The cache included swords, spears, lances and chainmail. Researchers think these items may have been buried as part of a ceremony or sacrifice Sonja Anderson The discovery might illuminate the ...