Over 30,000 Ancient Roman Coins Found in ‘Rare State of Preservation’ Near Sardinia
Divers off the coast of Sardinia.Photo:Italian Culture Ministry Italian Culture Ministry A diver off the coast of Sardinia, Italy made quite the unexpected discovery when he spotted something metallic in the sea: a trove of ancient coins. Also known as follis, the ministry determined that these Roman coins possibly date back to the first half of the fourth century (between 324 to 340 CE), per the AP. The coins were introduced around 294 AD during the rise of Roman emperor Diocletian, according toThe Guardian....