Archaeologists have unearthed a trove of centuries-old coins in the tranquil Knyszyńska Forest Landscape Park in northeastern Poland. The discovery, comprising 69 coins, one gold and 68 silver, was made in an area historically linked to trade activities from the 1600s.

The excavation, led by archaeologist Hubert Lepionka, focuses on ancient trade routes and local history. Historical records indicate that during the 16th–17th centuries, large quantities of timber and forest products were exported to Dutch merchants, primarily for use in shipbuilding.

The excavation revealed the newest coin dating back to 1634, suggesting the treasure was hidden around that time. The remarkable find includes a Dutch gold ducat from 1633 and small Polish and Swedish silver coins, such as poltorak, trojak, a

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