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A metal detectorist in Germany has unearthed a hoard of nearly 3,000 Roman-era coins in an unusual place — north of the empire's defensive lines. When you purchase through links on our site ...

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When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A metal detectorist in Germany has discovered a rare hoard of almost 3,000 Roman-era coins ...

A metal detectorist in Germany has discovered a rare hoard of almost 3,000 Roman-era coins outside of the Roman Empire's ancient borders and far from any known Germanic tribe settlements of the time.