Ancient Silver Coins Discovery in Chew Valley
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Metal detectorists discovered 2,584 silver ______ dating back over 1,000 years.

coins

Adam Staples and his friends traveled to Chew Valley in Somerset, ______, to test a new metal detector.

England

The group uncovered what is now known as the Chew Valley ______, a collection of 2,584 silver pennies dating back to the 11th century.

Hoard

On October 23, 2024, the South West Heritage Trust purchased the coins for $5.5 ______, making it Britain's most valuable treasure find.

<p>million</p> Signup and view all the answers

Staples and his friends will receive half the money, each taking home approximately $______.

<p>400,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Metal Detectorists Unearth Ancient Silver Coins

  • Metal detectorists found 2,584 silver coins.
  • The coins date back over 1,000 years.
  • The coins were discovered in Chew Valley, Somerset, England in January 2019.
  • Adam Staples and his friends were testing a new metal detector.
  • The coins, a "trove", were discovered buried in a farmer's field.
  • The coins are now called the Chew Valley Hoard.
  • The coins date back to the 11th century.
  • The South West Heritage Trust bought the coins for $5.5 million.
  • Staples and friends will receive $400,000 each.
  • The remaining $2.8 million will go to the landowner.

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In January 2019, metal detectorists stumbled upon 2,584 ancient silver coins in Chew Valley, Somerset, dating back over 1,000 years to the 11th century. This remarkable find, known as the Chew Valley Hoard, highlights the passion for treasure hunting and the significant rewards that can come from it. The coins were later purchased for $5.5 million, offering a huge payout to the finders and the landowner.

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