MILLENNIUM coins minted for villagers at Well, near Bedale, carry a reminder of the area's Roman past.
They bear the bust of a Roman emperor and were commissioned by the local millennium committee from John Millward, a designer who works from a base at Well.
He has produced 350 coins, each with a certificate of authenticity and its own number.
So far, 46 have been distributed to village children aged under 16, and the rest are being offered at £10 each to other local people, former residents or anyone who has had a connection with the village.
It is also hoped that enough will be left to be offered for sale during the village scarecrow trail, which runs from August 19 to September 2.
The coins are based on one found at a Roman bath house during excavations on Well Bank. The obverse side of the coins features a bust of Trajan, Emperor of Rome from AD98 to 117, surrounded by a Latin inscription.
The reverse side features various views of Well, including the constant spring, a valuable Roman water supply, from which the village takes its name.
Anyone wishing to buy a coin for £10 plus £1 postage should contact Geoff Ross on (01677) 470388
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