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30,000 Ancient Roman Empire Coins Found in Sea Bed in Italy
Italy: Over 30,000 Bronze Coins, Possibly From a 4th Century Shipwreck, Have Been Found Off Coast of Sardinia.
Trove of Ancient Roman Empire Coins Discovered by Divers Off Coast of Sardinia
BBC 8 NOV 2023
Moment ancient Roman coins are found hidden in sea bed
Italy’s Ministry of Culture said in a statement: "All the coins taken are in an exceptional and rare state of conservation. Only 4 pieces are damaged, although still legible."
The finds were discovered by a private citizen who, during a dive, noticed some metallic remains at a shallow depth, not far from the coast.
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