Treasure Trove of Rare 17th-Century Coins Discovered in Poland

In a remarkable find near the town of Pomiechówek, Poland, a father and son from the Triglav Historical and Research Association, Sławomir and Szymon Milewscy, have unearthed a hoard of rare 16th and 17th-century coins valued at approximately half a million zlotys. Collaborating with the Polish Association of Searchers “Husaria,” the discovery was part of an exploration project initially focused on finding traces of a Roman-era trade route. However, instead of ancient roads, they stumbled upon a treasure trove with immense historical and material value, reports Nauka w Polsce (PAP).

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The Coins: Rare European Thalers and Patagons

The treasure, containing 17 coins in remarkably preserved condition, includes silver thalers and patagons from regions such as Saxony, Brandenburg, Tyrol, and the Spanish Netherlands. The collection spans from 1604 to 1641, representing a blend of European mints from the Thirty Years’ War era.

Among the coins are: