An amazing find was made by a father and son in the middle of a peaceful Polish forest. Sławomir and Szymon Milewski were exploring near the cute village of Pomiechowek in the Mazovia region when they came across an amazing find: 17 rare historical coins worth more than $120,000.
Metal detectorists from the Triglav Historical and Research Association and the Polish “Husaria” Treasure Hunters Association set out on a quest at the start of the month.
Was their mission to unearth a coin hoard?
They were sent on a journey full of hope and anticipation to find the remains of an old road. Even though they failed to reach their main goal, the expedition did make an unexpected but exciting discovery.
A representative from the Polish “Husaria” Treasure Hunters Association, which led the search, said that the treasure hunters did not find the old road. What Sławomir and his son Szymon found was a different kind of treasure.
Not only do these kinds of finds thrill treasure hunters, but they also help us learn more about history by giving us glimpses into the past through these valuable artefacts.
Unearthing a 16th and 17th Century Coin Collection
17 pieces from the 16th and 17th centuries have been found, which is a very interesting find. Many people who are interested in history and collecting coins are interested in the find.
The Role of the Polish “Husaria” Treasure Hunters Association
Piotr Duda, an archaeologist with the Triglav Association, says that members of the Polish “Husaria” Treasure Hunters Association quickly figured out that what they had found was a group of silver coins.
When these historical artefacts were looked at more closely, their importance became clear. From what Duda told Science in Poland, the moment was electric for everyone.
Mateusz Sygacz, a member of the Polish Treasure Hunters Association, told Kaleena Fraga at All That’s Interesting about the event: “At first, there was a lot of noise because everyone who was part of the search—there were twelve of us—came running at the call of the discoverers.” “We all understood that we had found something amazing.”
A Glimpse into History: The Coins Uncovered
Among the treasures found was a 1604 silver specimens, part of a fascinating collection that includes two main types of coins: thalers and patagons.
- Thalers: Large silver pieces that circulated throughout Europe for centuries. Interestingly, the modern term “dollar” is derived from “thaler.”
- Patagons: Also large silver coins, these were minted in the Spanish Netherlands, a region comprising present-day Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
The discovery brings to light the rich tapestry of European history. These beautifully crafted coins give us a direct link to the past.
It can be very interesting to go back in time and find the stories hidden in old coins. Many of the coins in the collection have the faces of European kings and queens on them, showing a lot of history.
One interesting piece is a thaler from 1630 that has a portrait of Sigismund III Vasa, who was king of Poland and Sweden. The Polish Treasure Hunters Association talks about this coin on Facebook. It has the initials of the person who made it on it.
A 1623 thaler is another amazing find. It was only made for two years, so it is very rare. These coins were made during the Thirty Years’ War, which happened from 1618 to 1648 and was a terrible time of war, famine, and disease in Europe.
Unveiling a Treasure Trove
According to more information from the group, the earliest coin in this interesting cache was made between 1564 and 1587, and the most recent one was made in 1641. The people who found the collection are still not sure how such a varied group of things got close to Pomiechówek.
Theories Behind the Hidden Coins
As Sygacz shared with All That’s Interesting, there are several theories about the origin of this treasure trove:
- Lost Soldier’s Pay: One possibility is that a soldier lost his pay, inadvertently leaving a historical treasure behind.
- Merchants in Hiding: Another theory suggests that a merchant stashed away his valuables to shield them from potential robbers. In the 16th century, an inn located about a kilometer from the site made it common practice to hide treasures before visiting.
This fascinating discovery offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the hidden narratives of those who once walked these lands.
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