Znaleziska monet z okolic Rozprzy i Mierzyna

Abstract

The area of Rozprza and Mierzyn is known for intensive prehistoric and medieval settlements that are concentrated along the Luciąża River – a tributary of the Pilica River. Known prehistoric settlements and cemeteries, as well as sites from the Middle Ages, have been excavated since the 1960s. In addition, two hoards of coins, a hoard of bronze objects, and multiple coins from the modern period were discovered during archaeological excavations carried out in the discussed area. The hoard of coins from Mierzyn was accidentally unearthed in 1881 in a manor field and contained nearly 600 pieces of silver halfpence and denarii of King Casimir the Great, as well as coins of Czech and Hungarian kings. It was hidden in the 2nd half of the 14th century. The second discovery of silver coins was made in 1972 in Rozprza, when 90 coins originally placed in a leather sack were unearthed during construction work at 14 Rynek Street. These were e. g. coins of several Polish kings from 17-18th century. Further discoveries of coins were made in the area of Rozprza and Mierzyn both during archaeological watching briefs in Rozprza and Mierzyn. In terms of numismatic studies, another valuable source is the collection of silver denarii found in early medieval graves in the cemetery in Lubień. It is safe to assume that there are other hoards of coins hidden in the vicinity of the Luciąża River, which will see the light of day either during excavations or as a result of accidental discoveries.