This Spanish child finds an ancient currency in the Colosseum’s archaeological park and returns it

You don’t need a degree in archeology to take care of history. To prove it is Alejandroa Spanish child on vacation in Rome with his family, who during a walk on Giardini del Colle Palatinoin the heart of Archaeological Park of the Colosseumfound something incredible: one Roman bronze currencyhidden in the ground probably for almost two millennia.

Thanks to the rain of the previous night, which had moved some land, that small coin was re -emerged. And it is precisely there that Alejandro, with the eyes of those who look at the world with curiosity, has noticed it. No hesitation, no temptation:, but immediately warned the Raul guide, who alerted the park staff.

Awarded for his gesture

Alejandro’s behavior has not gone unnoticed. To thank him for his simple but precious gestureThe Education and training service (EDF) of the park has decided to reward him. Together with his family, he was invited to Panoramic terrace of the offices of the park, where he received gadgets and official thanks.

And that’s not all: with his spontaneous action, Alejandro was chosen as the first testimonial of the #NonceTuTeTolasenzate projecta campaign that aims to sensitize the public, even the youngest, on the importance of protecting and respecting the cultural heritage.

The coin found: an Antoninian of Aureliano, III century emperor DC

Thanks to the recognition of the archaeologist Fabio Boxlini, the coin has been identified precisely. It is a Antoninian reformed by Emperor Aurelianocoined between the 270 and 275 AD in the mint of Sisciatoday in Croatia.

On the front (straight) The bust of the emperor, radiated and armored, turned to the right, with the writing is visible: with the writing:

IMP C sthailianvs avg

On the back (reverse) reads:

Concordia militvm

and show the emperor who holds his hand to a female figuresymbol of Concordia with the army. In the exergue we read Xx (•) isreference of cataloging Ric Online 2365; Ric 244.

An authentic discovery, which has enriched not only the heritage of the park, but also the experience of a young visitor. Alejandro has returned to Spain with a story that will hardly forget. A true story, which is worth more than a souvenir.