Lead Capsule With Historical Coins Found In Downtown Alexandria
A rare lead capsule was discovered in the foundations of an old villa in downtown Alexandria, containing a collection of Egyptian coins from the reigns of Sultan Hussein Kamel and King Fuad I.
The capsule, embedded with a Greek document dated May 1st, 1937, referenced Constantine M. Salvago and French architect Jean Walter.
- 13 coins were found, including bronze milliemes and gold pieces valued at 100 piastres.
- The collection includes small coins from King Fuad I’s reign and a rare two-piastre coin of Sultan Hussein Kamel.
- Silver coins (5, 10, and 20 piastres) and three gold coins (20, 50, and 100 piastres) were also discovered.
The discovery reflects Alexandria’s continuity from its Hellenistic and Roman origins to its modern multicultural era.
Author’s summary: Archaeologists found a lead capsule with historical coins in Alexandria.