Metal detectorist in Finland discovers a record-setting stash of Viking coins
Significant Viking Age Silver Hoard Discovered in Finland A metal detectorist named Kalle Lappinen made an incredible find in Finland: a massive Viking Age silver hoard that is estimated to hold over 4,000 coins. This discovery, located near the village of Sysmä—around 105 miles northeast of Helsinki—is the largest of its kind ever found in […]
Detectorist uncovers upright bronze sword from 2,700 years ago in Poland
Ancient Bronze Sword Discovered in Poland Recently, metal detector enthusiasts uncovered a bronze sword in Poland, dating back about 2,700 years. Interestingly, it was found standing upright in the ground. The find was shared on Facebook by the Pomeranian Regional Heritage Conservation Group in early June. The sword was located in the Gdańsk Forest region, […]
Gold ring connected to the Gunpowder Plot discovered by a detectorist will be auctioned.
Historic Gold Ring Linked to Infamous British Plot A historic gold ring recently unearthed in the English countryside is set to be taken apart this month. Experts suspect it could be connected to one of Britain’s most notorious historical events. The ring was found by metal detectorist Andrew Rose near Bushwood, Warwickshire, roughly 20 miles […]
Detectorist Finds 15,000 Roman Coins in Possible Largest Discovery in Wales
Major Discovery of Roman Coins in Wales An amateur metal detector enthusiast recently unearthed a remarkable trove of up to 15,000 Roman coins in what could be one of the most significant treasure finds in Welsh history. This saying, “If you look for it, you will find it,” rings true for this individual. David Moss, […]