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28.03.2021

Silsden Hoard

The Silsden Treasure is a collection consisting of 27 gold coins from the late British Iron Age and a Roman iron finger ring.

In 1998, this treasure was discovered by Jeff Walbank using a metal detector in a field located in Silsden, West Yorkshire, England. After being officially designated as treasure, it was acquired by Bradford Art Galleries and Museums in 2000. Today, the Silsden Treasure is on display at Cliff Castle Museum in Keighley, which is not far from its original discovery site.

The hoard includes 27 gold staters dating back to the first century A.D. Most of these coins were issued by Cunobelin at various points during his reign, while others were minted by his brother Epatikk and included Korieltauwi coins.

In addition to the coins, an iron ring was also found in the collection, and it is highly likely of Roman origin. The ring features a gem with a human figure depicted on it. The exact circumstances surrounding how this ring became a part of the treasure remain a subject of debate among experts.

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