Day 14: Treasure at last!
A very successful morning. Whilst taking away the clay mound in the far northwest corner of the site, trying to determine whether w e had another stone foundation , Meg began troweling what looked to be an emerald coloured stone. When we further analysed the object however, it became clear that it was much more precious and significant. A truly amazing discovery which captured the attention of all our group, as well as Julie and Dan. We thought we found an intact medieval coin engravined with a short cross . Medieval Jetton in situ After further research by Julie and Dan it turns out that this small treasure is a Jetton counter. Not relating to currency or used for trading, but used during the medieval period as a calculation counter, similar to an abacus but used on a chequered board/table. This particular Jetton piece is most likely to be French, indicated by...