Anglo-Saxon kingdom chose copper coins despite abundant silver

InsectNews.com brief · 1h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

Analysis of silver and gold from the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Northumbria finds that, contrary to popular belief, it did not suffer from a shortage of precious metals, questioning why the kingdom used copper-alloy coins rather than silver like its contemporaries.

Analysis of silver and gold from the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Northumbria finds that, contrary to popular belief, it did not suffer from a shortage of precious metals, questioning why the kingdom used copper-alloy coins rather than silver like its contemporaries. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking insect. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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