The researchers proposed that this may indicate a shift in the source of copper (needed to make bronze) for Swahili coins during the 11th and 12th centuries. Lead isotope analysis was conducted on ...

Originally stored in a ceramic pot during a time of political turmoil, the coins have sat in place since the first quarter of the 12th century. Museum staff will now analyze and restore the denarii.

TBILISI, August 3. /TASS/. A medieval treasure trove of about 250 coins, including those dating to the period of Georgian famed 12th century Queen Tamar’s reign, has been found in Samshvilde ...

Originally stored in a ceramic pot during a time of political turmoil, the coins have sat in place since the first quarter of the 12th century. Museum staff will now analyze and restore the denarii.

Originally stored in a ceramic pot during a time of political turmoil, the coins have sat in place since the first quarter of the 12th century. Museum staff will now analyze and restore the denarii. A ...