Another archaeological discovery from the Antonine era at Newstead in southern Scotland which links the area to the wider Roman world is a gold aureus of Trajan m, minted to commemorate his victory over the Parthians in the war of 114-117. Once again the reach of Roman military might can be seen linking Scotland to the Near East through the image and power of a the Emperor.
Archaeology News reported on the discovery last year. and the coin was about to go on display at the Trimontium Museum in the Scottish Borders. Tha article can be accessed at Rare Roman gold coin found in Scottish Borders to be displayed
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