Late antique coin circulation in a changing cityscape: the case of Aeclanum (Campania, Italy)

This article examines the excavations and coin discoveries at Aeclanum, a Roman city in Italy, between the 4th and 6th centuries CE. The excavations reveal a vibrant city despite the impact of a major earthquake and volcanic eruption. The coins found span from the 3rd century BCE to the early 6th ce...

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Hauptverfasser: Mammato, Alfonso (VerfasserIn), Russell, Ben (VerfasserIn), Simone, Girolamo Ferdinando de (VerfasserIn)
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Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: 2023
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Zusammenfassung:This article examines the excavations and coin discoveries at Aeclanum, a Roman city in Italy, between the 4th and 6th centuries CE. The excavations reveal a vibrant city despite the impact of a major earthquake and volcanic eruption. The coins found span from the 3rd century BCE to the early 6th century CE, with a decline in weight and size during the late 5th century. The distribution of coins suggests a bustling commercial area in the city. Overall, the findings shed light on the economy and daily life in Aeclanum during this period.
Beschreibung:Illustrationen, Plan
ISSN:1250-7334

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