Roman Soldier's Wrist Purse Unearthed on Empire's Frontier
2025-07-02
Archaeologists in South Moravia, Czech Republic, discovered a fragment of a Roman soldier's wrist purse at a temporary camp site. The purse, dating back to the Marcomannic Wars (AD 172-180), belonged to a soldier of the 10th Legion and was found outside the traditional Roman Empire boundaries. While containing no coins itself, nearby discoveries suggest it could have held up to 50 silver denarii – nearly a year's salary for a legionary. This find provides valuable insight into the logistical complexities of Roman military campaigns and the daily lives of soldiers stationed on the empire's ever-shifting frontiers.