17th February 2011, 07:23 PM
Scyld Sheafing Wrote:I assume that if it was on private land, and found with the landowner's permission, and declared treasure, then it's a straight 50/50 split of the proceeds of any sale between the finder and the landowner, yes?
More often than not, but circumstances dictate and no doubt there are always exceptions! A general familiarity with archaeological and conservation processes wouldn't go amiss. A general archaeological text that may help you is : Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practise (Renfrew and Bahn). I'm sure a more practised individual in conservation matters can offer a few reference texts.
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