1,219 treasure finds reported in England & Wales in 2022, a 12% increase, due to more people metal detecting.
1,219 treasure finds reported in England & Wales in 2022, a 12% increase and record high, due to more people taking up metal detecting. Since the Treasure Act in 1997, the number of finds has steadily risen, with a significant surge during the pandemic. The Detectorist Institute & Foundation warn that valuations can be reduced if finds aren't responsibly retrieved or excavated, risking damage to the archaeological record.
May 12, 2024
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