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An amateur metal detectorist unearthed a rare Pictish brooch from farmland in north-east Fife.
The 8th or 9th Century piece of jewellery, reckoned to be silver, has caused excitement in archaeological circles, with the find considered to be of national importance.
It has been handed over to Scotland’s Treasure Trove Unit and is expected to eventually go on display in a museum.
The finder, whose identity is unknown, is eligible for a reward.
Read more: Excitement after Pictish brooch is unearthed in north-east Fife - Fife / Local / News / The Courier
The 8th or 9th Century piece of jewellery, reckoned to be silver, has caused excitement in archaeological circles, with the find considered to be of national importance.
It has been handed over to Scotland’s Treasure Trove Unit and is expected to eventually go on display in a museum.
The finder, whose identity is unknown, is eligible for a reward.
Read more: Excitement after Pictish brooch is unearthed in north-east Fife - Fife / Local / News / The Courier
