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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
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The Guardian view on metal detecting: hobbyists as well as experts can play a part in unearthing the past | Editorial

Discovery of two swords in Gloucestershire suggests possible Roman villa presence in the region during the second or third century AD.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago
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Roman silver coin hoard found in Romania

A significant discovery of 1,469 Roman silver denarii was made by a metal detectorist in Romania, marking one of the largest coin hoards in the country.
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fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago

Roman silver coin hoard found in Romania

A significant discovery of 1,469 Roman silver denarii was made by a metal detectorist in Romania, marking one of the largest coin hoards in the country.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Metal detectorist finds 18th-century ring linked with British nobility

An amateur detectorist discovered a rare 18th-century ring linked to British nobility in Norfolk after searching for 18 months.
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fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago

Fragment of Viking plaited gold arm ring found on Isle of Man

A Manx metal detectorist discovered a Viking gold arm ring fragment, celebrating 50 years of detecting with a remarkable find.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Missing Viking treasure coin unearthed in London

"We have been notified by colleagues at the Metropolitan Police that a coin, believed to be part of the Herefordshire Hoard, has surfaced for sale in Croydon."
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Jersey History Hunter uncovers relics of the past

Audra Thomas promotes artifact preservation through metal detecting, inspiring others via her YouTube channel and local workshops.
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fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago

Anglo-Saxon gold and garnet raven's head found

A significant Anglo-Saxon gold and garnet raven's head has been discovered in southwest England, revealing intricate craftsmanship and historical importance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Meet the lost jewellery hunters: I will be for ever grateful. It wasn't just a ring'

Morley Howard's metal detecting community focuses on finding lost items for individuals, rather than treasure hunting.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
3 months ago

Storm unearths ornate Early Iron Age dagger

The craftsmanship indicates remarkable metallurgical skill, which suggests that the dagger may have been produced in a southern European workshop.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A medieval Bishop's ring from more than 800 years ago goes to auction

Mark Sell found a 12th-century Bishop's ring while metal detecting, which will be auctioned for up to $23,000.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
5 months ago

15th c. coin hoard found in Scottish Borders

A significant hoard of 15th-century gold and silver coins was found in the Scottish Borders, showcasing a rare mix of English and Scottish currency.
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