Two Viking Treasure Hoards Found by Metal Detectorist in Denmark; Findings Include Coins Made Under Rule of King Harald Bluetooth

Medicine & Technology May 01, 2023

The Viking treasure hoards include several silver artifacts, including some coins and jewelry. Read to learn more.

Metal Detectorist Finds 400-Year-Old Hoard Filled With 1,000 Copper Coins While Looking For Tractor Parts

Mar 08, 2023

After unexpectedly finding the hoard while searching for tractor parts, the man contacted Lublin archaeologists, as it is illegal to run amateur artefact searches in Poland. Read to learn more.

Ancient Treasure Excavated from East Anglia Believed as Largest Anglo-Saxon Coin Hoard Ever

Nov 11, 2021

The British Museum was able to collect 131 gold Anglo-Saxon coins from West Norfol, England. The reason behind why the treasure was buried during 6th century and before the unification of England is still a mystery.

Thai Sea Turtle Finally Able To Swim After Surgery From Swallowing 915 Coins

Mar 13, 2017

Veterinarian surgeons from Chulalongkorn University's veterinary faculty removed 915 coins from the stomach of a 25 years old Thai sea turtle. Now, this turtle is recovering quickly and able to swim.

Surgeons Rescued 25-Year-Old Thai Sea Turtle By Removing 915 Coins From Its Stomach [Video]

Mar 07, 2017

A 25years old female green sea turtle named "Bank" swallowed 915 coins. Veterinarian surgeons from Chulalongkorn University's veterinary faculty performed four hours of operation to remove all of the coins from Bank.