2016-01-28 Thu

Czech historians at the East Bohemian Museum in Pardubice claim this to be the find of the century! Last November, someone accidently discovered a thousand year old treasure, comprising of hundreds of silver coins from the 10th and 11th century. This fabulous discovery was not publicized until now. Before these coins are out for public display, a thorough analysis would be conducted to confirm its identity. Historians have refused to reveal the exact site of discovery as it could lead to an unwanted “silver fever” among amateur treasure hunters.

The head of the East Bohemian Museum, Tomáš Libánek mentioned that these coins were probably saved in a clay pot, a part of which were preserved. Exactly 400 coins were found, out of which 360 fragments (denarii) belonged to the era of Boleslaus II and Boleslaus III. He said that these rare coins of the world can also be identified from the era of Boleslaw I the Brave, the Duke of Poland.

The coins were made of high quality silver and were issued at Prague mint. Tomáš believes that they were not used for general trade but more likely for international trade and silver export. Research also reveals that these coins had great value at the time and could have only be owned by the Duke or some noblemen linked to the Duke’s family.

Since this was the biggest discovery dating back to the country’s earliest history, one can only imagine how valuable these rare coins of the world would be.

An extensive archaeological survey would be conducted at the site. The East Bohemian Museum in Pardubice would display these precious rare silver coins in September this year.