Though the coins were discovered along with the remains of a 65-foot-long ancient ship, researchers aren't sure if the two finds are connected and don't know exactly how this Roman treasure trove ended up at the bottom of the Rhône.

The French city of Arles has long been famous for its Roman history and well-preserved ancient ruins. Still, it came as a thrilling discovery for archaeologists when they uncovered more than 800 Roman-era coins in the Rhône River.

The coins are just the latest incredible discovery to emerge from the river’s murk. But archaeologists have many remaining questions about their provenance, and are even hoping to find the “treasure chest” that once held them.

“The Miracle Of The Arlesian Rhône”: A Trove Of Roman Discoveries

According to a press release from the

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