Staffordshire Hoard: Metal detectorist uncovers gold; museums secure treasure
In 2009, a metal detector enthusiast stumbled upon an extraordinary Anglo-Saxon hoard in south Staffordshire, uncovering nearly 4,000 artifacts mainly comprising sword fittings and helmet fragments. The Treasure Valuation Committee appraised the treasure at an impressive £3.285 million. This fortune was shared equally between the finder and the landowner, while…
The Times of India ·