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Gold Bracelets Worth $400K Unearthed by Detectorists
14 Aug
Summary
- Three ancient gold bracelets were found by metal detectorists near Carlisle, England.
- The Bronze Age torcs are estimated to be worth approximately $400,000.
- The artifacts are undergoing assessment by the British Museum for treasure classification.
Two amateur metal detectorists, Alan Daniels and Andy Crammond, recently unearthed a significant Bronze Age treasure near Carlisle, England. The discovery comprises three gold bracelets, also known as torcs, dating back to around 1100 B.C.
These artifacts, weighing over a pound combined, are in remarkable condition and are estimated to be worth approximately $400,000. The find occurred in May, with Crammond describing the moment of discovery as almost causing a heart attack, while Daniels noted the gold's lack of tarnishing over millennia.
The torcs are currently being evaluated by the British Museum. A coroner will ultimately decide if they qualify as treasure under British law. If deemed treasure, they could be purchased at market value, with funds distributed to the finders and landowner. If not, they may be returned to the discoverers for auction.
