In a thrilling discovery along the banks of Germany’s Lech River, an exceedingly rare “rainbow cup” coin, minted by the Celts over 2,000 years ago, has surfaced. This captivating gold coin, dating back to the second or first century B.C., boasts a unique design featuring a four-pointed star enveloped by arches.
Known as “rainbow cup” coins, legend has it that they are drops of gold left behind by rainbows and can only be found by the fortunate “Sunday children.” Found by a collaborator born on a Sunday, this 0.07-ounce gem will soon find its place in the Bavarian State Archaeological Collection, captivating all who visit in 2024.
