Overview
- The discovery occurred near the community of Na'ale during a survey led by Dr. Dvir Raviv of Bar-Ilan University.
- Raviv provided a metal detector to the children in a second, little-known cave where they located the coins.
- The coins were described as possibly from the Bar Kokhba Revolt, the Great Revolt, or the late Roman period pending further analysis.
- In a separate cave known to locals, the team documented a second-century CE jar fragment interpreted as evidence of Bar Kokhba-era refuge.
- Tour organizers and Binyamin officials presented the finds as strengthening ties with U.S. supporters and as affirming historical connections to the region.