Fisherman lands golden treasure - in field

[tamrock]

A County Down fisherman has landed the catch of his life - in a field.

Barry Shannon, 22, found a 7th Century gold object, resembling a fish, on his aunt's farm near Downpatrick last March.

BBC News - Fisherman lands golden treasure - in field

 

[Fletch88]

Talk about beginners luck! What a find! Thanks for sharing.

 

[creekhunter]

Great read!

 

[JunkShopFiddler]

Wow. A "Star of the County Down". Reminds me of one of my favorite tunes.