Digging the house foundation, discovered an intact jar of gold coins worth tens of billions
During the demolition of a theater, a jar containing hundreds of intact gold coins dating back to the 5th century, estimated to be worth millions of dollars, was discovered.
| Video of a pot of gold discovered while doing house foundation work. |
It was the Cressoni Theater in Como, Italy. While workers were demolishing the structure, they accidentally discovered a "treasure": a jar containing hundreds of gold coins. The treasure was immediately sent for testing to determine its age, before being sent to museums.
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| During the demolition of the theater, workers accidentally discovered a jar containing hundreds of gold coins. |
According to Mr. Luca Rinaldi, a local archaeologist, "We cannot yet say the exact value of the jar of gold coins. But this is truly a special discovery, of immeasurable value." It is known that the jar of coins is preserved in perfect condition.
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| The burial jar was preserved quite well. |
Meanwhile, Italian Minister of Culture Alberto Bonisoli said: "This is a discovery that makes me very proud. We do not yet fully understand the cultural and historical importance of the newly discovered artifact. This area is a real treasure."
The Cressoni Theatre in Como was inaugurated in 1870. It was later converted into a cinema before officially closing in 1997. Prior to that, the local government had given permission to demolish the building and convert it into a luxury mansion.
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| Ancient Roman gold coins estimated to be worth millions of dollars. |
Authorities are currently planning to suspend the demolition so that the archaeological team can explore and excavate the area./.
