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In the late 7th century, silver coinage started to be used in north-west Europe, transforming the economies of the time.
But where did the silver in the coins come from? New research says the answer is Byzantine silver treasure and a mine in France.
By ABCIn the late 7th century, silver coinage started to be used in north-west Europe, transforming the economies of the time.
But where did the silver in the coins come from? New research says the answer is Byzantine silver treasure and a mine in France.

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