Late Iron Age Gold Hoards from the Low Countries and the Caesarian Conquest of Northern Gaul

This volume details eight Iron Age gold hoards from the southern Netherlands and Belgium, offering new insights into their archaeological contexts and historical significance.

This volume presents eight new Iron Age gold hoards from the southern Netherlands and Belgium, featuring a variety of gold coinages and, in several instances, exquisite gold ornaments. The study of these hoards reveals significant insights into the archaeological contexts of their discovery, the dating of numerous coin types and jewelry, and the social significance of gold within pre-Roman society. By examining these artifacts, researchers can better understand the cultural practices and economic systems of the time.

All the hoards appear to have been buried during the 50s BC, creating a compelling link to the historical backdrop of Julius Caesar’s military campaigns in Northern Gaul. This connection enhances the relevance of the findings, making Late Iron Age Gold Hoards from the Low Countries and the Caesarian Conquest of Northern Gaul an essential resource for archaeologists, numismatists, and historians alike. The volume not only enriches our understanding of the artifacts themselves but also places them within a broader historical narrative.

The series, Amsterdam Archaeological Studies, is dedicated to exploring past human societies from prehistory to modern times through archaeological remains. It encompasses excavation reports, studies of material culture, and synthesizing analyses that contribute to theoretical and methodological discussions in archaeology. This volume, in particular, adds to the discourse by providing a detailed examination of the hoards and their implications for understanding the Late Iron Age in this region.