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…
