Lucky Day For Man With Metal Detector

Posted By Guest on September 24, 2009

The largest hoard of priceless Anglo-Saxon gold ever found
Treasure Found By Metal Detector - Anglo-Saxon gold

An unemployed man has unearthed the largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold ever found. Experts say the collection of 1,500 gold and silver pieces, which may date to the 7th Century, is unparalleled in size and worth at least "a seven figure sum" and could be priceless.

Treasure Found By Metal Detector

Many are decorated with precious stones. The quality of the craftsmanship displayed on many items is supreme, indicating possible royal ownership.

Terry Herbert from Burntwood, Staffordshire, stumbled on the hoard in a private field with his trusty 14-year-old metal detector.

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