http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/highlands_and_islands/6895653.stm In Scotland it has always been thought the Western Isles were beyond the reach of the Roman Empire." Archaeologists believe the pieces of copper alloy date from the middle of the 4th Century. They were found in a sand dune, but the location in the Uists has been kept secret to protect the site. Archaeologists said it was a "lucky find" as the coins were at risk of vanishing in a high tide. Just seven other Roman coins have previously been found on the isles. A Roman brooch and pieces of pottery have also been uncovered in the past. Kate Macdonald, an archaeologist who has lived on the isles for three-and-a-half years, said the new find was exciting. She said: "It is very unusual to find two coins very close together on a stretch of beach on the Western Isles. "A whole seven others have been found - six of those on North Uist - which indicates something quite special was happening at that time." I think this is not a amazing as it seems, certain the coins coin have been carried there by scotish tribes through trade...but still very cool where these pop up
That's neat. Better be careful cutting and pasting along with posting a link. Know what I mean? LOL...
hit the link for the whole story...its interesting...these coins were found on the beach in an area where the Romans most likely never went...not sure if they are rethinking where the romans sailed, or if they are thinking these might have been brought from Roman Britian buy natives.
Very interesting. It is always funny how history is constantly being changed by new discoveries. Appreciate you sharing that story.
