Large Roman coin hoard found in Wales

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A large hoard of Roman coins has been discovered in North Wales. The hoard, possibly the largest ever found in Wales, consisted of 15,000 coins, weighing more than 130 lbs.

 

🏺 Discovery of Over 15,000 Roman Coins in North Wales (August 2025)

In August 2025, metal detectorists David Moss and Ian Nicholson uncovered a massive hoard of over 15,000 Roman coins buried in two ceramic vessels in a field near Wrexham, North Wales. The find is being hailed as potentially the most significant Roman coin hoard ever discovered in Wales.

🪙 Key Details:

Date of discovery: August 2025

Finders: David Moss and Ian Nicholson, experienced detectorists

Location: Undisclosed field near Wrexham, North Wales

Number of coins: Estimated over 15,000

Coin type: Copper-alloy radiates, likely dating to the late 3rd century AD, possibly around the reigns of emperors such as Gallienus and Claudius II

Context: Coins were found in two ceramic pots, buried together, suggesting intentional deposition — possibly for safekeeping during a period of instability

Post-discovery: Moss reportedly slept in his car with the coins for three nights to protect them before delivering them to the National Museum Cardiff

Legal status: The hoard has been reported under the Treasure Act and is undergoing assessment

🧭 Historical Significance:

This discovery illuminates the economic and social conditions of late Roman Britain, especially in a region not previously known for significant Roman settlement. The presence of such a large hoard might suggest local wealth, military activity, or reactions to political uncertainty during the Crisis of the Third Century.

The coins are currently being conserved and cataloged. 

 

 

 

 

https://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology/roman-coin-hoard-wales-00102246#

 

https://herald.wales/national-news/possible-record-breaking-discovery-of-15000-roman-coins-in-north-wales/

Edited January 15 by guy