Amateur Archaeologist Unearths Largest Roman Silver Coin Hoard in Germany
An amateur archaeologist discovered Germany's largest hoard of ancient Roman silver coins, comprising 934 denarii weighing 3.1 kilograms, in a field near Wesseling, western Germany. The treasure dates to the second quarter of the second century A.D. and is the…
Biloxi Gulfport, MS, September 26, 2026 — A significant discovery has been made in western Germany, where an amateur archaeologist has unearthed what is being described as the country’s largest hoard of ancient Roman silver coins. The impressive find consists of 934 silver denarii, totaling approximately 3.1 kilograms in weight.
The coins were discovered in a field located near the town of Wesseling, in the western German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Preliminary dating indicates that the treasure dates back to the second quarter of the second century A.D. This period places the hoard within the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 A.D.
This particular collection of coins is notable for its size and origin. It has been identified as the largest coin trove from the era of Emperor Hadrian ever found within Germany. The specifics regarding the archaeologist’s name and the precise date of the discovery were not immediately available.
Further details about the process following the discovery, such as when it was reported to authorities or the planned disposition of the hoard for study and potential public display, have not been provided.
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