Build a house or buy a cow: during the archaeological research were found silver coins of the era of Ivan IV and Boris Godunov

A small ceramic vessel filled with silver coins was discovered by archaeologists at the site of the Big Dvory 2 site. Its contents scientists attributed to the reign of Ivan IV and Boris Godunov.

Most of the coins refer to the period of the reign of Boris Godunov. They are about 98% of the total treasure.

Almost all the coins are new, not yet in circulation. Apparently, the treasure was collected for a short period. Presumably at the beginning of the XVII century.

In addition to coins of penny dignity, made of high-grade silver, a copper cross was also placed in the vessel, which, apparently, was supposed to protect the treasure.

In total, 6 rubles and 20 kopecks were found. In those days it was a lot of money, they could build a house or buy a working horse and a cow in addition.

The treasure was found on a site of ancient settlement near the settlement of Bolshie Dvory Pavlo-Posadsky district of the Moscow region.