A 12-year-old boy discovers a rare ancient artifact while walking his dog in England.
The bracelet, after being closely scrutinized, was definitively determined to originate from the Roman era.
Ancient discoveries could pop up anywhere, sometimes even being found by mistake.
In 2022, while taking their dog for a walk in Pagham, West Sussex, Rowan Brannon, who was 12 years old at the time, and his mother discovered a gold bracelet.
According to a news release from Chichester District Council dated Aug. 15, 2024, they took the gold cuff to a local finds liaison officer, despite being unaware of its value and history.
The gold bracelet was confirmed to be a piece of Roman jewelry with roots dating back to the first century A.D., according to the release.
The cuff, made of gold, is unadorned and likely belonged to a Roman soldier, according to the release, as it was probably given as a reward for military valor.
The cuff is made of gold, making it a relatively rare piece of jewelry from Roman Britain.
The bracelet is now owned by The Novium Museum in Chichester, England.
The acquisition of this bracelet for The Novium Museum's collection will provide visitors with more insights into ancient practices, specifically military attitudes, including how Roman soldiers were rewarded for their bravery, gallantry, and service, particularly during the Roman invasion of Britain in AD43, as stated by Adrian Moss, leader of Chichester District Council, according to the release.
The museum team's understanding of Roman life in Chichester District will be broadened by this piece, enabling us to present a unique perspective on the Roman era. By incorporating this significant discovery into our collection, we can offer a more complete account of Roman life in the district within our permanent exhibits.
The piece was discovered by two individuals on a routine day, not through an archaeological excavation or as a result of researcher's search.
"Keeping your eyes peeled when out and about can lead to fascinating discoveries, as shown by the story of the find," Moss said.
The gold cuff, dating back centuries, will be exhibited at The Novium Museum starting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
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