Welcome to our new feature, FIND SPOTLIGHT. Over the years, ULAS archaeologists have uncovered a fascinating array of artefacts from a wide range of time periods and walks of life. Every discovery has a unique story, providing important insights into the past lifestyles, beliefs and skills of the people who crafted and used them.

Over the next month, FIND SPOTLIGHT will look at four unique artefacts, exploring Britain’s oldest coin, Leicester’s link with Roman Egypt, Papal authority in England and the art of medieval ice-skating.