A hoard of Roman silver coins discovered by metal-detectorists six feet from their tent on a camping trip has sold for £100,000. The amazing find of more than 160 silver coins - dubbed the 'Pewsey Hoard' - had an estimate of £30,00-£40,000.
Veteran detectorists Mick Rae, 63, a herds manager, computer shop owner Robert Abbott, 53, and carpenter Dave Allen, 59, found a total of 161 coins, comprising silver siliqua and miliarense dating from 340 AD to 402 AD in September 2020. The trio, who have over 90 years detecting experience between them, made the discovery of a lifetime during a camping weekend in Wiltshire.
Just weeks before they camped at the same spot directly on top of where they finally found the hoard. After collecting the coins in mint condition, the friends took them home in a washing up bowl.
