“Lost for Centuries: A Metal Detectorist Unearths a Stunning Golden Roman Lock That Could Rewrite History!”
Imagine stumbling upon a piece of ancient history during a metal detecting stroll—sounds like an Indiana Jones flick, doesn’t it? Well, grab your fedora for a moment, because in 2023, metal detectorist Constantin Fried unearthed an extraordinary tiny treasure, a gold miniature Roman lock measuring just over a centimeter across! This gilded gem dates back to the third or fourth century C.E. and is said to be “probably unique in Europe.” Discovered in a field in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, it raises curious questions about its journey through time. What secrets did it safeguard, and how did it end up in this specific spot? The craftsmanship of such a tiny item is astounding and suggests a connection to the larger narrative of Roman culture in far-flung places like Westphalia. Buckle up as we dive deeper into this fascinating find! LEARN MORE
Made of lustrous gold and measuring in at just over one centimeter across, this lock was likely made during the third or fourth century C.E.
LWL/S. Brent guideThe miniature Roman lock made of gold found in Germany measures just 0.47 inches in diameter and 0.43 inches in height.
The Westphalia-Lippe Regional Association (LWL) recently announced the discovery of a miniature Roman lock, smaller than a dime, that was unearthed in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany in 2023. The lock was discovered during a metal detecting survey in a field near Petershagen-Frille and was subsequently reported to the LWL, where it was examined by archaeologists.
Researchers determined that the box lock dated back to the third or fourth century C.E. and that the discovery is “probably unique in Europe according to current research,” per a translated statement from LWL director Dr. Georg Lunemann, who added, “I am thrilled that we can come up with such high-quality finds here in Westphalia.”
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