15 old stater-type gold coins werediscoveries by experts in metal detection in Wales and have been valued at over 2,000 years.
The discovery was made on the Welsh island of Anglesey, more specifically on the country's mainland northwest coast. This indicates that the location may have even more items like those found by treasure hunters.
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This treasure, which dates back to the Iron Age, is the first of its kind to be found. Due to its historical value, it is being treated as something really rare.
More details about the rare find
The 15 ancient coins were the result of the joint effort of three metal detectors, which explored the field where the discovery was made between July 2021 and March 2022. The first coin was found by detector Lloyd Roberts, who has 14 years of experience.
After the first stater was located, Lloyd's friend Peter Cockton was responsible for finding the next three items.
The third expert, Tim Watson, subsequently found the sixth coin. Then Watson's father joined the search and found 9 more coins over the next few weeks. With that, the 15 coins were located by the group on site.
Then, the professionals decided to communicate to the Portable Antiques Scheme, which registers this type of finding.
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According to published information, these ancient coins were part of the Corieltavi group and were minted between 60 a. W. and 20 a.m. W. This civilization occupied the region known today as the East Midlands in England.
Discover the ancient coins called “stater”
The gold coins feature an intricate design that dates back to the reign of Philip II, ruler of the ancient kingdom of Macedon.
Featuring stylized imagery, the face of the coins depicts the crown and hair of the mythological deity Apollo, while the reverse features a triangular-headed horse surrounded by symbols.
According to studies, staters were not used in daily transactions. In this way, it was indicated that these antiquities were used in religious tributes to the gods or as gifts among elites to solidify alliances and demonstrate loyalty, according to the National Museum Wales.
The unearthed treasure not only enriches historical knowledge, but also highlights the rich archaeological landscape of North West Wales.
O museum Welshman Oriel Môn plans to acquire the coins for public display, allowing the public to connect directly with this fascinating piece of ancient history.