In 2019, seven detectorists found 2,584 Norman-era silver pennies in a Somerset field; five years later, the hoard was valued at £4.3 million, the highest-value treasure acquisition on record
- A collection of 2,584 Norman-era silver pennies found by seven metal detectorists in a Somerset field has been acquired for the nation at a value of £4.3 million, making it the most valuable treasure find in British history.
- The South West Heritage Trust secured the ancient coins, known as the Chew Valley Hoard, after five years of formal processing under the Treasure Act 1996.
- The purchase was made possible by a £4,420,527 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, along with £150,000 from the Art Fund and support from local charities.
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- A collection of 2,584 Norman-era silver pennies found by seven metal detectorists in a Somerset field has been acquired for the nation at a value of £4.3 million, making it the most valuable treasure find in British history.
- The South West Heritage Trust secured the ancient coins, known as the Chew Valley Hoard, after five years of formal processing under the Treasure Act 1996.
- The purchase was made possible by a £4,420,527 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, along with £150,000 from the Art Fund and support from local charities.
Sources: Times of India