Grouville Hoard

The Grouville Hoard, also known as Le Câtillon II, represents a significant archaeological treasure discovered on the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands. It is one of the largest hoards of its kind, consisting of approximately 70,000 late Iron Age and Roman coins. The hoard is believed to have been buried by the Curiosolitae tribe, likely as they fled Julius Caesar's advancing armies around 50 BCE. In addition to the coins, the hoard includes gold torcs, silver bracelets, and other valuable artifacts. The presence of burnt daub, pottery fragments, and furnace remains suggests an area of habitation and possible coin minting activities. The site provides valuable insights into the late Iron Age period on Jersey, indicating the island's historical significance in the broader Celtic and Roman world.