German detectorist’s 15 coins lead to record Roman silver hoard of 934 denarii

A German detectorist's discovery of 15 coins has led to the unearthing of a record-breaking Roman silver hoard consisting of 934 denarii, dating back to the 1st century AD.

The find, made in the German state of Hesse, is the largest collection of Roman coins ever discovered in Germany.

The coins, which weigh a total of 25 kilograms, are now being studied by archaeologists to gain insights into the Roman Empire's economy and trade routes.

The detectorist, who wishes to remain anonymous, will receive a finder's fee of around 100,000 euros (approximately 117,000 USD) for his discovery.