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Meet the Detectorists

Region: UK

Source: Diss Museum

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 11-10-2025

Summary: Diss Museum hosted a public drop-in with two local detectorists alongside a Community Cabinet display.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Police search called off following reports of suspected wartime bomb on Sheerness beach

Region: UK

Source: KentOnline

Category: Community Update

Post date: 11-10-2025

Summary: Cordon on Sheerness beach lifted after MOD EOD and police confirmed the object was not wartime ordnance.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

1000 reis gold piece of John V of Portugal

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 10-10-2025

Summary: Pierced 1722 Portuguese 1000 reis gold coin assessed as bullion value; context on historic circulation in England.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Gold sovereign of George IV

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 10-10-2025

Summary: Detectorist-posted 1822 gold sovereign in fine condition; estimated auction range £3,000–£4,000 pending checks.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Meet the father and son metal detectorists reuniting people with their lost items

Region: UK

Source: ITV News (UTV)

Category: Community Update

Post date: 8-10-2025

Summary: UTV segment profiles Andrew and Ryan McCloy in Northern Ireland and their recoveries for the public.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Detectival 2025 Recap | Minelab Highlights & Launch

Region: UK

Source: Minelab UK (Blog)

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 8-10-2025

Summary: Minelab UK recaps Detectival and notes launch of the VANQUISH 60 Series (360/460/560).

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Gold half sovereign of Queen Victoria

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 5-10-2025

Summary: 1842 half-sovereign evaluated from a private collection; likely to realise around bullion value.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Venetian soldino of Leonardo Loredan

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 5-10-2025

Summary: 12 mm soldino (1501–1521) identified and valued £40–£50, noting Tudor-period English circulation of soldini.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Contemporary forgery of Edward I penny

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 5-10-2025

Summary: Identification of a mixed-dies penny assessed as a contemporary forgery; estimated value £150–£180.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Groat of Edward IV

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 5-10-2025

Summary: London-mint groat attributed to Edward IV’s second reign; estimated value £70–£80 due to condition/strike.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

A Festival of Fibulas

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 4-10-2025

Summary: Detectival 2025 forum post/video highlighting multiple brooch finds; community field-report style update.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

How to Choose the Ideal Frequency for Your Metal Detector

Region: UK

Source: Minelab UK (Blog)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 2-10-2025

Summary: Explains low vs high kHz and Multi-IQ with use-cases for coins, relics, beaches and gold.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

The Searcher — October 2025

Region: UK

Source: The Searcher

Category: Community Update

Post date: 1-10-2025

Summary: UK detecting magazine’s October 2025 issue released with finds stories, tests, guides and rally reports.

Data scoured on: 12-10-2025

Yet another future Minelab release for those with unlimited pockets of cash

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 1-10-2025

Summary: Detecting Hub members discuss a new Minelab release teased on 1 October, with follow-ups on 2 October suggesting it may be the Gold Monster 2000. The thread captures early community reaction and expectations.

Data scoured on: 2-10-2025

August Finds Competition Winners

Region: UK

Source: NCMD

Category: Community Update

Post date: 30-9-2025

Summary: NCMD announced the winners of its August Finds competition and highlighted notable coin and artefact entries. The post also reminded members the September round closed at midnight on 30 September.

Data scoured on: 2-10-2025

There’s a monster coming

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum UK

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 30-9-2025

Summary: A forum thread notes a Minelab teaser about an upcoming detector, with members speculating on a new “monster” model and discussing recent Manticore pricing. Posts in the thread are dated 30 September 2025.

Data scoured on: 2-10-2025

September 27 2025, North Carolina relic show

Region: US

Source: TreasureNet Forums

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 22-9-2025

Summary: Community post announces a relic show in North Carolina scheduled for 27 September 2025, with details for attendees.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

September 27 2025, LaGrange Indiana relic show

Region: US

Source: TreasureNet Forums

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 21-9-2025

Summary: Forum listing for a relic show in LaGrange, Indiana on 27 September 2025, including opening hours and organiser details.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

UK Metal Detecting Rallies 2025 | Find UK Detecting Events | MDF Guide

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 19-9-2025

Summary: The MDF rallies resource was updated with 2025 dates and details, including events for September and October such as Detectival and Rodney Cook Memorial.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

6th Detectorists’ Meeting Koblenz

Region: EU

Source: Nokta Detectors

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 19-9-2025

Summary: Nokta’s events page lists the Koblenz rally running 19–21 September 2025 in Hundsdorf, Germany.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

Minelab Premieres the VANQUISH 60 Series: Simple Yet Powerful

Region: UK

Source: SciTech and Digital News

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 18-9-2025

Summary: Minelab introduced the VANQUISH 60 Series and showcased it at Detectival 2025 on 13 September, with hands-on demos and sessions for attendees.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

RUTUS have released a new coil!

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (UK)

Category: Equipment

Post date: 15-9-2025

Summary: Community post notes the release of a 28.5 cm elliptical DD search coil for the Rutus Versa, listing specs including 4–40 kHz operation and 465 g weight.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Nokta Legend 2 - First Look and Pre-Order Info

Region: EU

Source: Metal Detecting Shop

Category: Equipment

Post date: 13-9-2025

Summary: A US retailer published an overview of Nokta’s newly announced Legend 2 with expanded 99-point Target ID and other upgrades; announcement tied to Detectival weekend.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

A Roman coin, but which type, and who of?

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 12-9-2025

Summary: A detectorist reports a Roman coin find from Suffolk and asks for help identifying it; replies suggest Marcus Aurelius.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Treasure Valuation Committee reappointments 2025 announced

Region: UK

Source: GOV.UK

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 12-9-2025

Summary: DCMS confirmed new three-year terms for several members of the Treasure Valuation Committee, which advises on valuations for Treasure cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The reappointments run from 1 October 2025.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Ring with links to Nelson’s “secret” daughter could net £5,000 in Norfolk

Region: UK

Source: Hansons Auctioneers

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 11-9-2025

Summary: A detectorist-found signet ring bearing the Ward family crest, linked to Horatia Nelson, is set for auction at Hansons’ Norfolk saleroom on 27 September. The gold ring was discovered near Trunch Hall in 2024.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Grantham man admits fraud at Lincoln Crown Court over “historical” artefacts he submitted to Lincolnshire County Council - including now famous Leasingham horse brooch

Region: UK

Source: Lincs Online

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 11-9-2025

Summary: A 54-year-old metal detectorist pleaded guilty to four fraud charges relating to artefacts submitted to the county Finds Officer; sentencing and a facts hearing were set for 7 November. Items included the high-profile “Leasingham Horse” brooch.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Hammererd for ID please 10-09-2025

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 11-9-2025

Summary: A detectorist posts a small hammered coin for identification; forum members identify it as a Henry VIII London halfpenny.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

DEUS II V3.1 update

Region: EU

Source: XP Metal Detectors

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 9-9-2025

Summary: XP released Déus II firmware version 3.1 with GOLDFIELD program optimisations, a new PITCH 2 tone, faster TID display, and bug fixes.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

Go Terrain v3 is now live!

Region: EU

Source: XP Metal Detectors

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 9-9-2025

Summary: XP announced Go Terrain v3, a major update to its field logging app with new organisation and analysis tools; a free standard version is available.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

Hooked artifact for ID - 7th Sept 2025

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 7-9-2025

Summary: An iron hooked object found in Gloucestershire is discussed and identified by the community as a modern coat/kitchen hook.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

What does a Finds Liaison Officer do?

Region: UK

Source: London Museum

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 5-9-2025

Summary: London Museum explains the role of the PAS Finds Liaison Officer for Greater London, highlighting processes for recording public finds, including those from detectorists and mudlarks.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Shilling of Philip and Mary

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 5-9-2025

Summary: A Tudor shilling find is profiled with background and valuation notes.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Viking-age silver ingots found by metal detectorist on North Coast farmland

Region: UK

Source: Coleraine Chronicle

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 4-9-2025

Summary: A treasure inquest in Belfast heard that silver ingots uncovered by detectorists in Derrykeighan and Dunseverick date to the Viking period. Proceedings confirmed the items’ composition and reporting under Northern Ireland’s treasure process.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Viking-age silver ingots found by metal detectorist on North Coast farmland

Region: UK

Source: Coleraine Chronicle

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 4-9-2025

Summary: A treasure inquest in Belfast heard that silver ingots uncovered by metal detectorists in Derrykeighan and Dunseverick date to the Viking era. The items were revealed during proceedings on 4 September.

Data scoured on: 23-9-2025

the whitwell HOARD OF british iron age GOLD coins discovered by metal detectorist in DERBYSHIRE to be sold at NOONANS.

Region: UK

Source: Noonans

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 3-9-2025

Summary: Noonans announced it will auction the Whitwell hoard of British Iron Age gold staters, a discovery made by a metal detectorist in Derbyshire. The sale follows the find’s assessment and cataloguing.

Data scoured on: 15-9-2025

Lost Platinum Wedding Band at Aulani Beach Ko Olina Resort...FOUND!!!

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 1-9-2025

Summary: In O‘ahu, a detectorist recovered a platinum wedding band lost weeks earlier at Ko Olina’s lagoon after conditions allowed for a scuba search.

Data scoured on: 2-9-2025

Gold Pendant found in Belmont Shore with metal detector

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 1-9-2025

Summary: A California detectorist located a gold pendant in the sand at Belmont Shore within about ten minutes of gridding the loss area.

Data scoured on: 2-9-2025

Lost on the Sand Bar

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 1-9-2025

Summary: On Torch Lake in Michigan, a detectorist reunited an owner with three rings lost on a sand bar; one of the detectorist’s daughters visually spotted the set while assisting.

Data scoured on: 2-9-2025

Metal Detecting Recovery of A Lost 3-Generation Wedding Ring, Menuahant Beach, Falmouth, MA

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 1-9-2025

Summary: A Massachusetts detectorist recovered a three-generation family wedding ring from the surf at Falmouth’s Menauhant Beach after narrowing the search to knee-deep water.

Data scoured on: 2-9-2025

Engagement Ring Lost in the Sand, Found and Returned Surfside SC

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 1-9-2025

Summary: A detectorist in North Myrtle Beach located and returned an engagement ring lost in dry sand at Surfside Beach after gridding the search area later that day.

Data scoured on: 2-9-2025

ID challenge

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (UK)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: A community identification thread invites members to help identify a recently found object, with discussion and suggestions underway.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

2 hammered id

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: A detectorist shared two hammered coin finds from the morning; community experts identified one as a scarce Henry IV London halfpenny and suggested the other was cut from a groat.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Possible coin weight ???

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: A hobbyist posted a small copper-alloy disc for identification; initial suggestions point to a coin weight, with further images after cleaning.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

8/28/25 Report - Old Map Points to Early Settlement. Artifacts and Isaac's Needle: Connections. The Stories of Childhood.

Region: US

Source: Treasure Beaches Report

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: Treasure Beaches Report connects historical research to practical detecting, noting how old maps and recent archaeology can inform search strategies.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Wedding ring lost and found in Little Lake Saint George - Liberty, ME

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: A detectorist locates and returns a lost wedding ring in Little Lake Saint George, Liberty, Maine, detailing the call-out and recovery.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Hammered coin & fibula

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 28-8-2025

Summary: Finds from a day’s outing include a hammered coin and an intact fibula; replies identify the coin as a Class 5 London long cross penny and the brooch as a 1st-century Polden Hill type.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Lost Men's Wedding Band found in the Northland!

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 27-8-2025

Summary: Ring Finders specialist recovers a lost men’s wedding band in the Northland area of Missouri and documents the search and return.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Roman Brooches.

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 27-8-2025

Summary: Forum member reports multiple Roman brooch finds from a Welsh permission, with discussion on site patterns and concentration of older items.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

July Finds Competition Winners

Region: UK

Source: NCMD

Category: Community Update

Post date: 27-8-2025

Summary: NCMD announced the July winners for its monthly finds competition, highlighting standout coins and artefacts submitted by members. Entries for August remain open until 31 August.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

8/27/25 — Coin and Token Scarcity Rating Scales

Region: US

Source: Treasure Beaches Report

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 27-8-2025

Summary: Treasure Beaches Report outlines grading scales for scarcity ratings of coins and tokens, linking to references and past examples.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Silver hammered popped out this afternoon

Region: UK

Source: The Detecting Hub

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 26-8-2025

Summary: Detectorist shares a newly found hammered silver coin for identification, with follow-up ID help from forum members.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

8/26/25 Report - New Florida Law On Silver and Gold Used for Transactions. New National Park Proposed. New Techniques to Detect Fake Coins.

Region: US

Source: Treasure Beaches Report

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 26-8-2025

Summary: Blog covers a new Florida law on precious metals transactions and shares resources for spotting counterfeit coins.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

8/25/25 Report - Post-Erin Treasure Coast Erosion and Gold Find. First Day Gold Find for Archaeologist. Old Fehr's Beer Bottles.

Region: US

Source: Treasure Beaches Report

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 25-8-2025

Summary: Florida beach conditions after Tropical Storm Erin exposed new cuts and targets; the report notes a gold find and highlights bottle recoveries and site observations.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

White Gold Wedding Ring Lost in Front Yard-Found!

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 25-8-2025

Summary: A Ring Finders detectorist in Chattanooga, Tennessee located and returned a white gold wedding ring lost in a large front yard.

Data scoured on: 29-8-2025

Roman coins and partifacts for ID help please

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum UK (MDF)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 23-8-2025

Summary: Forum post with photos of Roman coins and two small artefacts from a Gloucestershire permission; members suggest identifications including a Colchester-type brooch and a Constantius II AE3.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Bronze age Axe head... again!!!

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum UK (MDF)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 22-8-2025

Summary: A UK hobbyist shares a new Bronze Age axehead discovery with photos and brief context from the field. Forum members respond with excitement and discussion of the find.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

14k white gold ring! Dry spell over!

Region: US

Source: Friendly Metal Detecting Forum

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 22-8-2025

Summary: A beach hunter reports finding a 7-gram 14k white gold wedding band after a run of slow hunts, with brief details and photos.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

L21 club donation to the NCMD Hoard Fund

Region: UK

Source: NCMD

Category: Community Update

Post date: 21-8-2025

Summary: NCMD reports that the Letchworth (L21) metal detecting club has donated to the Hoard Fund, which supports responsible reporting and conservation of major finds. The post acknowledges the club’s contribution and thanks its members.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Lost keys in the meadow

Region: EU

Source: Detektor Center

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 21-8-2025

Summary: A detectorist field-recovery report describes locating a set of lost keys in a meadow and returning them to the owner. The post outlines search conditions and result photos.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

NCMD Hoard Fund Activated.

Region: UK

Source: National Council for Metal Detecting (NCMD)

Category: Community Update

Post date: 21-8-2025

Summary: NCMD reports two recent events where the Hoard Fund was used to support archaeologists in recovering finds, including Roman coin pots and a Wiltshire hoard recovery.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Silver Promise Ring Lost in the Dry Sand, Found and Returned North Myrtle Beach SC

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 21-8-2025

Summary: A Ring Finders specialist located and returned a silver promise ring lost in dry sand at North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Report - Looking At Some Treasure Coast Beaches This Morning.

Region: US

Source: Treasure Beaches Report: Pt. 2. (2020 and Beyond).

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 20-8-2025

Summary: A beach-conditions field report from Florida notes no significant cuts and smaller-than-expected surf, with photos from multiple Treasure Coast locations and observations of few detectorists on-site. The post also tracks tropical activity affecting near-term hunting conditions.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

First Hammered for ID

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum UK (MDF)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 20-8-2025

Summary: A detectorist shares their first hammered coin for identification; members discuss type and attribution with examples and references.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Wellfleet, MA Richard Browne Makes Short Work of Finding a Lost Ring

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 20-8-2025

Summary: Cape Cod detectorist Richard Browne quickly found a lost ring in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, and reunited it with its owner.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Newlywed Loses Gold Wedding Ring In The York Beach, Maine Surf, Found With A Metal Detector

Region: US

Source: The Ring Finders

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 20-8-2025

Summary: A Ring Finders member recovered a newlywed’s lost gold wedding ring in the surf at York Beach, Maine, and returned it to the owner.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Metal detecting: Ethical issues glint beneath the surface

Region: US

Source: Valley News

Category: Community Update

Post date: 19-8-2025

Summary: A New England feature explores ethics in hobby metal detecting, covering permissions, responsible practices and item returns, with perspectives from active detectorists.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

‘Never thought I’d see it again’: Woman reunited with late father’s Clemson ring after metal detectorist finds it

Region: US

Source: News4JAX (WJXT)

Category: Community Update

Post date: 19-8-2025

Summary: A Florida beach detectorist recovered a Clemson class ring lost decades ago and returned it to the owner; the report names both parties.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Upcoming inquests

Region: UK

Source: Middlesbrough Council

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 19-8-2025

Summary: Middlesbrough Council lists a Treasure inquest scheduled for 28 August 2025 at Middlesbrough Town Hall; page updated 19 August 2025.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

‘Never thought I’d see it again’: Lost Clemson ring links Palatka family to South Carolina graduate

Region: US

Source: News4JAX

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: A Florida detectorist located a decades-old Clemson class ring lost at the beach and returned it to the owner, reconnecting a Palatka family with the South Carolina graduate.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

Multi vs Single Frequency Metal Detectors: Which is Better?

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detector Saver

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: Tutorial comparing single- and multi-frequency detectors, outlining use-case strengths like depth versus target ID and saltwater performance.

Data scoured on: 24-8-2025

Lost, found, lost again, then found.

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum

Category: Community Update

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: A member reported recovering a previously lost item on a subsequent hunt; later replies noted it relates to a crossbow component.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Kent and Medway inquests

Region: UK

Source: Kent County Council

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: Kent & Medway inquest list includes treasure case 2024 T1333 (Roman copper‑alloy lamp foot) set for 2:45pm on 18 August 2025 at Oakwood House.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Investigations and inquests in Central and South East Kent

Region: UK

Source: Kent County Council

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: Kent Coroner listings include treasure case 2024 T116, scheduled for 3:00pm on 18 August 2025 at Oakwood House, Maidstone.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Hoard Fund Activated

Region: UK

Source: NCMD

Category: Community Update

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: NCMD announced that its Hoard Fund has been activated following a series of recent hoard finds, outlining how the fund supports prompt recording and responsible handling of discoveries. The post also highlights several current events and outreach activities.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

Multi vs Single Frequency Metal Detectors: Which is Better?

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detector Saver

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: An explainer contrasts single-frequency detectors with multi-frequency models, covering how each works and when to choose one over the other based on soil conditions and targets. It also summarises pros and cons for versatility, depth, learning curve and battery usage.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

Can You Keep What You Find Metal Detecting in the UK?

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detector Saver

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 18-8-2025

Summary: A legal primer clarifies which common finds you can keep and when the Treasure Act 1996 requires reporting to the coroner within 14 days. It also notes permissions, restricted locations, and the role of the Portable Antiquities Scheme.

Data scoured on: 22-8-2025

Sport Catalog

Region: US

Source: Garrett Metal Detectors

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 16-8-2025

Summary: Garrett advertises a Labor Day sale with discounts reflected across its sport catalog pages beginning 16 August 2025.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Dinky little Roman and this odd thing ....

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 16-8-2025

Summary: Field report from Suffolk describes a small late Roman coin (Gloria Exercitus AE4) and an octagonal ‘ring’; members suggest it may be a modified nut and advise showing it to the FLO.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Penny of Alexander III

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: Detecting Finds identified and valued a Scottish hammered silver penny of Alexander III (type 7) naming moneyer Iohan at Perth; estimated value around £250.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Treasure Hunting, Worry-Free: QUEST’s Caring Support Makes Every Dig Easier

Region: US

Source: Quest Metal Detectors

Category: Manufacturer

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: Quest describes replacing a customer’s Scoopal sand scoop under warranty after a weld failure and notes reinforced welds on the replacement.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Elizabeth I penny

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: An Elizabeth I penny with woolsack mint mark dating to 1594–96 was valued at £25–£30.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Texas man reunited with his lost college ring 56 years after it slipped into the Long Island Sound

Region: US

Source: CBS News New York

Category: Community Update

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: A hobby detectorist located a Fordham University class ring at Cedar Beach, Long Island, and returned it to its original owner after 56 years.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Halfgroat of the Commonwealth

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: A Commonwealth halfgroat was assessed with condition notes and valued at £30–£40.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Groat of Edward III

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 15-8-2025

Summary: A London-mint groat of Edward III (class B2, treaty period) was identified and valued near VF condition with an estimated £200.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Man using a detector finds live hand grenade in Hemmersheim forest — controlled detonation required

Region: EU

Source: Nürnberger Nachrichten (nn.de)

Category: Community Update

Post date: 13-8-2025

Summary: A 69‑year‑old detectorist discovered a live hand grenade near Hemmersheim, Germany; police called the EOD unit for a controlled explosion.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

DIME #344632 | Symbolic object

Region: EU

Source: DIME (National Museum of Denmark)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 12-8-2025

Summary: Denmark’s official detector finds register logged a papal bulla (lead seal) recorded on 12 August 2025 and credited to a hobby detectorist.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Come join the Scuba Party with QUEST!

Region: US

Source: Quest Metal Detectors (Blog)

Category: Event/Rally

Post date: 11-8-2025

Summary: Quest spotlights demos of its Scuba Tector series at a summer event; post is dated 11 August 2025.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Taking up metal detecting this summer? These are the top areas to explore

Region: UK

Source: NationalWorld

Category: Community Update

Post date: 11-8-2025

Summary: NationalWorld highlights UK 'hotspots' for metal detecting using 2025 PAS figures and recaps legal basics including permission and Treasure reporting.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Half groat for ID - 10th Aug 2025

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 10-8-2025

Summary: Community identification for a broken medieval halfgroat suggests Edward IV, Canterbury; finder reports hard ground conditions.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Coin shooting on two South Coast beaches...

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 8-8-2025

Summary: Five hours of beach detecting yielded 33 coins, a damaged gold ring, a silver ring, and other small finds.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Penny of Offa of Mercia

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 8-8-2025

Summary: An Anglo-Saxon penny of Offa, London mint (moneyer Alhmun, type 38) was identified and valued at £250–£300 due to wear and damage.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Denarius of Hadrian

Region: UK

Source: Detecting Finds

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 8-8-2025

Summary: A Roman silver denarius of Hadrian (AD 121, Fortuna reverse) was identified and valued at about £20 due to condition and deposits.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Detecting stream

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 6-8-2025

Summary: Settings discussion for waterlogged fields and streams recommends Field 1 over Beach modes on the Equinox due to ground conditions.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Hunt for metal detectorist who 'keeps digging holes' in Aldershot Park

Region: UK

Source: ITV News Meridian

Category: Community Update

Post date: 6-8-2025

Summary: Rushmoor Borough Council appealed for information after holes were found in Aldershot Park, warning that detectorists must obtain landowner permission and that unfilled holes risk injuring visitors and pets.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Treasure tracker 2024

Region: UK

Source: Dorset Council

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 5-8-2025

Summary: Dorset Council’s tracker lists multiple Treasure case updates dated 5 August 2025, providing official progress signals for detectorist‑reported finds.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Viking Age coin 343166

Region: EU

Source: DIME (Detektorfund i Danmark)

Category: Hoard/Find

Post date: 5-8-2025

Summary: Denmark’s DIME database records a Viking‑Age silver coin (ID 343166) found in Solrød Municipality on 5 August 2025.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Garrett carrot battery replacement

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Equipment

Post date: 5-8-2025

Summary: Maintenance tips for freeing a stuck Pro-Pointer AT battery cap include grippy gloves, warm water, elastic bands, and light lubrication of threads.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

Can you metal detect in the Loire department?

Region: EU

Source: Echosciences Loire

Category: Policy/Legal

Post date: 4-8-2025

Summary: A regional article explains rules for hobby metal detecting in the Loire (France), stressing landowner permission and heritage protections.

Data scoured on: 19-8-2025

Detecting Bogs / Marsh Land

Region: UK

Source: Metal Detecting Forum (MDF)

Category: Blog/Field Report

Post date: 3-8-2025

Summary: Advice discussion on searching boggy or marsh land notes sink risk, deeper target burial, and seasonal safety tips.

Data scoured on: 17-8-2025

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