17th-Century Coin Treasure Unearthed in English Home Renovation

A Dorset couple discovers over 1,000 historic coins during a routine kitchen remodel, shedding light on the turbulent times of the English Civil War.

During a kitchen floor renovation, a couple in Dorset, England, stumbled upon a hidden cache of over 1,000 gold and silver coins dating back to the 17th century.
The coins, found in a broken pottery bowl beneath the floor, include valuable pieces from the reigns of monarchs like Elizabeth I and Charles I.
The discovery, dubbed the 'Poorton Coin Hoard,' fetched approximately $75,900 at auction, with individual coins reaching up to $6,250.
Experts suggest the coins were hidden around 1642-1644, during the peak of the English Civil War, likely to protect them from being seized by opposing forces.
The find offers a tangible connection to the historical upheaval during the Civil War, highlighting the personal strategies employed to safeguard valuables.