Pot full of golden coins from the fifth century excavated

como - The end of the rainbow must be in Como. In that place a Roman amphora with countless pure gold coins was found during excavation work in the historic old city center.

The value of the find is invaluable, experts say to the local medium QuiComo. Luca Rinaldi, Chief Inspectorate of Archeology in the Province of Como: 'You can not specify a precise value. These are unmanageable valuables. It is certainly an exceptional find and therefore invaluable. '

The coins found date from the fifth century AD, the late imperial era and are in an exceptionally good condition. The site is carefully examined for even more hidden treasures. Excavation work was part of a project to provide Como with a new center.