Archaeology

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Confirmed: the Hall of King Arthur dates back to the Stone Age

The latest research at a historic site in Cornwall associated with the legends of King Arthur is actually 4,000 years older than previously thought. According to the government's heritage body Historic England, the findings from the excavation of 'King Arthur's Hall' on Bodmin Moor are the first to confirm the prehistoric history of the site.

The most beautiful detector find and some new functionality

We have a few minor improvements we want to inform you about.

Drawing of the traditional monthly competition for a tracking detector - October 2024

Like every month, there was the traditional draw for the finder's list, from all those who took the time to suggest their top 5 finds of the month.

The most beautiful metal detector find of October 2024

All twelve finds exceeded the ten nomination votes and so we have a nice variety of finalists.

Prospector with metal detector discovers gold ring of 18th century prime minister

A prospector with a detector has discovered an 18th century gold ring of the Prime Minister near Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire . Less than 55 years after a 14th century gold ring of a nobleman was found there.

A copper dagger, Neolithic artefacts and an unknown building in an Italian cave

Archaeologists have discovered a unique copper dagger from 4,000 years ago in the Italian cave of Tina Jama in the Tertiary Karst. There are also flint and obsidian tools from the Neolithic period, and a previously unknown structure at the cave entrance. They provide a new insight into local prehistoric cultures, demonstrating contact between different areas of Europe at the time.

The best metal detector find of October 2024 - qualifications and more

October has traditionally brought a good portion of wonderful finds and the selection is extraordinary through all seasons.

The most beautiful metal detector find of September 2024

September has brought lots of yellow colour to our woodland fields and meadows and somehow this has carried over into the final find of the month. :)