Mint in Chersones

The mint structure features massive stone blocks connected without mortar, incorporating four basement rooms linked by a corridor with two stone staircases.

Excavated in 1904, this fourth to third century BCE facility contained 43 bronze coin blanks and functioned as the primary currency production center.

The facility produced silver and copper coins depicting local deities and city symbols, reflecting the economic independence of ancient Chersonesus Taurica.

Visitors can explore a portion of the original basement structure, while larger sections discovered in the 19th century remain covered for preservation.

The mint ceased silver coin production around 90 BCE but resumed operations during the Roman-Bosporan war in 45 CE with Victory goddess designs.

Location: Sevastopol

GPS coordinates: 44.61077,33.49219

Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:53