Unearthed! Priceless buried treasures revealed
Detecting riches buried long ago
LIFESTYLE Buried treasure
A popular and sometimes hugely rewarding pastime, metal detecting can literally unearth the past, and with it, a hoard of valuable treasures. Enthusiasts around the world have been hoping to strike gold since the 1950s when metal detectors were increasingly used for non-military purposes.
Browse this gallery and meet the lucky few who have successfully detected riches buried with the past.