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Medieval coins discovered in Rome are actually from England
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Medieval coins discovered in Rome are actually from England

I find it fascinating that archaeologists uncovered 20 Anglo-Saxon coins near Emperor Nero’s theater in Rome, dating back to the 10th century. This discovery highlights a vibrant English presence in medieval Rome, where a 'Little England' neighborhood once thrived. It’s amazing to see how English pilgrims and merchants used their own currency in a city that usually forbade foreign coins. Which brings me to the idea that England held a special status in Rome during the Middle Ages, shown by the fact that more Anglo-Saxon coins have been found there than papal ones. And here's the thing - these coins tell a story of cultural exchange and economic ties that lasted centuries!
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