在英國田地發掘出的罕見羅馬硬幣，拍賣會賣了近5,000英鎊

76歲的羅恩·沃爾特斯（Ron Walters

A rare Roman coin, discovered by a 76-year-old British retiree with a metal detector, has sold for nearly £5,000 at auction, reports

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The golden coin, identified as an aureus from the Roman Empire, was unearthed by Ron Walters, a retired engineer from Kingswinford, West Midlands, during one of his routine outings. The coin is estimated to date back to the reign of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who ruled from AD 161 to 180.

金幣被認為是羅馬帝國的金黃色硬幣，在他的日常郊遊中，來自西米德蘭茲郡金斯溫福德的退休工程師羅恩·沃爾特斯（Ron Walters）發掘。據估計，硬幣可以追溯到羅馬皇帝馬庫斯·奧雷留斯（Marcus Aurelius）的統治，後者從161年至180年統治。

Roman coins like the aureus were typically valued at 25 silver denarii, which were the standard coins used in Roman times for smaller transactions.

像金銀這樣的羅馬硬幣通常以25枚銀色Denarii的價值，這是羅馬時代用於較小交易的標準硬幣。

It is stated that the aureus had an exceptionally high gold content, at more than 99%, and was in excellent condition despite its age.

據說，金黃色的金黃色含量非常高，超過99％，儘管年齡很大，但狀況良好。

Coins from the period of Marcus Aurelius are highly collectible by numismatists and historians.

馬庫斯·奧雷利烏斯（Marcus Aurelius）時期的硬幣是錢幣主義者和歷史學家高度收藏的。

The Roman aureus was a gold coin used in the Roman Republic and Empire from 1st century BC to the early 4th century AD.

羅馬金銀（Roman Aureus）是羅馬共和國的金幣，從公元前1世紀到公元4世紀初。

It was introduced by Roman general Marcus Junius Balivarris in 1st century BC during the final stages of the Republic. The aureus was valued at 25 silver denarii.

羅馬將軍馬庫斯·朱尼斯·巴利瓦里斯（Marcus Junius Balivarris）在公元前1世紀介紹了共和國的最後階段。金黃色葡萄酒的價值為25銀denarii。

Coins from this era are highly collectible, especially those featuring emperors like Marcus Aurelius, who was renowned for his philosophy and leadership during a turbulent period of Roman history.

這個時代的硬幣是高度收藏品的，尤其是那些以馬庫斯·奧雷留斯（Marcus Aurelius）等皇帝為特色的硬幣，後者在羅馬歷史上動盪不安的時期以其哲學和領導而聞名。

Such coins provide valuable information about the economic, political, and social aspects of Roman society.

這樣的硬幣提供了有關羅馬社會的經濟，政治和社會方面的寶貴信息。

In addition to coins, other Roman artefacts are frequently unearthed in Britain by hobbyist metal detectorists, who play a crucial role in expanding historical records.

除硬幣外，愛好者金屬探測者在英國經常發掘其他羅馬文物，他們在擴大歷史記錄中發揮了至關重要的作用。

These finds are reported through the Portable Antiquities Scheme (Finds.org.uk), which is part of Historic England and aims to document historical objects discovered in England and the Channel Islands.

這些發現是通過便攜式古物計劃（finds.org.uk）報告的，該計劃是歷史悠久的英格蘭的一部分，旨在記錄在英格蘭和海峽群島發現的歷史對象。

The Roman coin was auctioned by Hansons Auctioneers, based in the Midlands and renowned for handling historical artefacts and valuables.

羅馬硬幣是由漢森（Hansons）拍賣師拍賣的，漢森（Hansons Auctione）位於中部地區，並以處理歷史文物和貴重物品而聞名。

It was initially expected to sell for between £2,500 and £3,500 but quickly attracted competitive bids, eventually realizing £4,800.

最初，預計將以2500英鎊至3,500英鎊的價格出售，但很快吸引了競爭性競標，最終意識到了4,800英鎊。

Coins from the Roman era are highly sought-after by collectors, especially those in excellent condition and with interesting historical provenance.

羅馬時代的硬幣是收藏家的備受追捧的，尤其是那些狀況良好，歷史出處的人。

Gold coins from this period, like the aureus, are particularly valuable due to the rarity of the metal and the craftsmanship involved in their manufacture.

由於金屬和製造商所涉及的工藝的稀有性，這一時期的黃金硬幣尤其有價值。

According to the British Museum, Roman coins served not only as a medium of exchange but also as instruments of imperial propaganda and messaging.

根據大英博物館的說法，羅馬硬幣不僅是一種交流媒介，而且是帝國宣傳和消息的工具。

Coins were often struck with the image and legend of the reigning emperor, along with symbols and figures that conveyed the emperor's policies, ideology, and the political and religious climate of the time.

硬幣經常被皇帝的形象和傳說以及傳達皇帝的政策，意識形態以及當時的政治和宗教氣氛傳達的符號和人物所震撼。

The Treasure Act 1996, which regulates the discovery of historical artefacts in England, classifies gold and silver coins over 300 years old as "treasure."

1996年《寶藏法》（Treasure Act）調節了英格蘭發現歷史文物的發現，將300多年的黃金和銀幣歸類為“寶藏”。

This status requires the find to be reported to the local coroner, who will then decide on its status and ownership.

此狀態要求將發現將其報告給當地的驗屍官，後者將決定其身份和所有權。

In cases of coins or coins in hoards, a designated finds liaison officer appointed by the British Museum will assess the objects and provide expert opinion.

在ho積硬幣或硬幣的情況下，大英博物館任命的指定的聯絡官將評估對象並提供專家意見。

If an object is deemed to have outstanding historical importance, it may be selected for the British Museum’s permanent collection.

如果一個物體被認為具有出色的歷史重要性，則可以為大英博物館的永久收藏而選擇它。

Mr. Walters's discovery is part of a broader tradition of citizen involvement in archaeology. In recent times, several significant historical finds have been unearthed by members of the public, Historical artefacts are routinely unearthed in Britain by hobbyist metal detectorists, who play a crucial role in expanding historical records.

沃爾特斯先生的發現是公民參與考古學的更廣泛傳統的一部分。近來，公眾發掘了一些重要的歷史發現，歷史偽像在英國經常被業餘金屬偵探主義者發掘出來，他們在擴大歷史記錄中起著至關重要的作用。

These finds are reported through the Portable Antiquities Scheme (Finds.org.uk), which is part of Historic England and aims to document historical objects discovered in England and the Channel Islands. Metal detectorists are required to report any finds to the scheme, which creates a valuable archive of historical data.

這些發現是通過便攜式古物計劃（finds.org.uk）報告的，該計劃是歷史悠久的英格蘭的一部分，旨在記錄在英格蘭和海峽群島發現的歷史對象。金屬探測者必須向該計劃報告任何發現，這會創建有價值的歷史數據檔案。

Recently, a significant hoard of 748 gold and silver coins was discovered by metal detectorist in the grounds of Helmingham Hall in Suffolk.

最近，在薩福克的Helmingham Hall的土地上，金屬探測者發現了一個重大的ho積748枚金幣和銀幣。

The coins, which date back to the Roman occupation of Britain and the Anglo-Saxon period, were found in an excellent state of preservation.

該硬幣可以追溯到羅馬對英國和盎格魯 - 撒克遜時期的佔領，並以極好的保存狀態被發現。

Another notable find was the Bylston Hoard, discovered in 2022 by a metal detectorist in a field near the village of Bylston in Shropshire.

另一個值得注意的發現是拜爾斯頓ho積，它是2022年由什羅普郡拜爾斯頓村附近的田野中的一位金屬探測者發現的。

The hoard, which is estimated to be worth around £100,000, consists of 663 Anglo-Saxon coins and two ingots.

ho積估計價值約100,000英鎊，由663個盎格魯 - 撒克遜硬幣和兩個薑汁組成。

These discoveries highlight the role that members of the public can play in expanding historical knowledge.

這些發現突出了公眾在擴大歷史知識中可以發揮的作用。

The Historical монетыare routinely unearthed in Britain by hobbyist metal detectorists, who play a crucial role in expanding historical records.

歷史悠久的驅動紀念物在英國經常在英國出土，他們在擴大歷史記錄中發揮了至關重要的作用。

These finds are reported through the Portable Antiquities Scheme (Finds.org.uk), which is part of Historic England and aims to document historical objects discovered in England and the Channel

這些發現是通過便攜式古物計劃（finds.org.uk）報告的，該計劃是歷史悠久的英格蘭的一部分，旨在記錄在英格蘭發現的歷史對象和頻道。