Ancient rock carvings and Roman artifacts discovered near the Amazon River in Brazil and in Poland, including silver coins and counterfeit caches. The findings are considered to be rare and exceptional by archaeologists.
Key Points
Discovery of silver coins with faces of Roman Emperors Antonius Pius and Mark Aurelius
Uncovering of counterfeit coins and various tools
Artifacts date back to Roman, medieval, and modern periods
Pros
Discovery of rare and exceptional ancient artifacts
Insight into history and trade routes through coins
Preservation of cultural heritage
Cons
Potential risk of artifacts being mishandled or lost