1344 coin is one of three finds to be sold this month that auctioneer says signify a metal detecting 'golden age' For more than 20 years, Andy Carter spent his free time scouring muddy fields, stubbornly convinced that he would strike gold. Then one day he did. The retired research scientist from north Norfolk unearthed an extremely rare gold "leopard" coin, dating back to the reign of Edward III. Next week it is expected to fetch up to £140,000 at auction. "I just felt numb when I found it," C...
Rare 'leopard' coin found by Norfolk detectorist expected to sell for £140,000
The Guardian - 2 Mar 2022 14:47
1344 coin is one of three finds to be sold this month that auctioneer says signify a metal detecting 'golden age' For more than 20 years, Andy Carter spent his free time scouring muddy fields, stubbornly convinced that he would strike gold. Then one day he did. The retired research scientist from north Norfolk unearthed an extremely rare gold "leopard" coin, dating back to the reign of Edward III. Next week it is expected to fetch up to £140,000 at auction. "I just felt numb when I found it," C...
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