Taynton Metal Detecting Club
The Gannets

Introduction to Ancient Coins

Celtic Coins

Celtic coins are very rare and their denominations are not known. They were only produced in the hundred years before the Roman invasion. The Taynton area belonged to the Dobunni tribe and the club has found several of their coins.

Roman Coins

During the period Britain was part of the Roman Empire three different denominations of coin were in use