The most valuable metal detecting discoveries ever made in Britain. This is what's out there waiting to be found.
2,528 silver pennies dating from the Norman Conquest. The most valuable hoard ever found by metal detectorists in the UK. Discovered in Somerset.
Over 15,000 gold and silver coins plus stunning jewellery. The largest find of late Roman gold and silver in Britain. Eric was actually looking for a lost hammer!
Over 3,500 items of gold and silver war gear. The largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold ever found. Sword fittings, helmet pieces, and Christian crosses.
A stunning gold pendant set with a large sapphire. One of the finest pieces of medieval jewellery ever found in England. Connected to Richard III.
A spectacular copper-alloy ceremonial cavalry helmet with face mask. Sold at auction to a private buyer. One of only three such helmets found in Britain.
Over 100 gold, silver, and rare textile items. One of the most important Viking Age finds ever made in Scotland. Includes unique decorated vessels.
5,251 silver coins in a lead bucket. Found during a metal detecting rally. The largest Saxon coin hoard found in 170 years.
52,503 coins in a ceramic pot weighing 160kg. The largest hoard of coins ever found in a single container in Britain.
A rare hammered gold cup dating from 1700-1500 BC. One of only six such cups ever found in Europe. Discovered in Kent.
A single silver coin that proved a lost Roman Emperor actually existed. Historically unique - changed our understanding of Roman Britain. Sometimes one coin is worth more than thousands.
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