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Archaeological dig in Port Arthur uncovers convict artefacts

By ABC NEWS (Australia)

Published : Oct. 30, 2021 - 07:58

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An archaeological dig in Port Arthur has uncovered objects that were produced by convicts throughout the 1800s. But perhaps more surprising, was the unearthing of around 20 coins which is providing a rare insight into what illegal activity was occurring behind the scenes.