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[Guard]

‘It was a heart-stopping moment when the local archaeologist turned it over to reveal rich decoration on the other side.’

The hoard falls under the Scots law of treasure trove, and is currently in the care of the Treasure Trove Unit.

The law states that a reward must be made to the finder, and the reward is judged equivalent to the market value of the items.

The Church of Scotland General Trustees, as the landowners, have reached agreement with Mr McLennan about an equitable sharing of any proceeds, which will eventually be awarded.

The location of the find is not being revealed.

The Scottish Government, Treasure Trove Unit and Historic Scotland are all involved in ensuring the area is properly protected while the full historical significance of the site is established.

 

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2833174/A-peek-inside-Viking-piggybank-CT-scans-treasure-chest-reveal-hidden-brooches-gold-ingots-ivory-beads.html#ixzz3J7B9s5Hq
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