The discovery of a bone stylus used for writing on wax tablets at the Celtic oppidum of Altenburg-Rheinau is rare archaeological evidence indicating the use of writing in trade.
Excavations have revealed large cylindrical pits likely used for food storage, lined with organic materials, showcasing the site's functional complexity and serving insights into Celtic culinary practices.
Artifacts including Italian wine amphorae suggest that Altenburg-Rheinau was part of a vibrant trade network with the Mediterranean, highlighting its significance among the late Celtic upper classes.
The abundance of Celtic coins found underscores the importance of a coin economy in supporting the trade relationships that developed during the late Celtic period.
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