The Roman Coin Mystery Found Beneath New Glarus

In 1900, newspapers across the country told the story of a Roman coin found during excavation work in New Glarus, touching off a tale of French traders, Native trade routes, and a local schoolteacher at the center of it all.

Todd Klassy Staff
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The Roman Coin Mystery Found Beneath New Glarus
A Roman coin having a head on one side and two walking human figures on the reverse was said to be found 3-1/2 below grade while digging a foundation for a new brewery icehouse in New Glarus in the year 1900.

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