26th November 2008, 02:22 PM
Quote:quote:Originally posted by Mike.T.
Yes, you have missed the point of metal detecting. The point of metal detecting is to find coins and artefacts which have been lost or discarded. The vast majority of items found and I mean the vast majority are worth absolutely nothing.
I've been metal detecting for about 30 years and the commercial value of the coins and artefacts i've found are probably equal to the amount i've spent on metal detectors, research, petrol to get to the site, etc, etc.
Of course you could find something extremely valuable, another Middleham Jewel or Riegate hoard. But realistically, you've more chance of winning the lottery.
I know and I was exaggerating slightly.
All I can say is that I doubt the combined value of everything I have ever found on archaeological excavations would pay for a new trowel!