The amateur treasure hunters had stumbled upon a rare find: a nearly 1,000-year-old silver coin, buried underground, marking a pivotal moment in English history.
The trust said that the Chew Valley hoard is 'one of the most remarkable finds' ever reported after a 1996 law enabled finders to share in sale rewards.
Sam Astill, chief executive of the trust, expressed delight in acquiring the coins, which symbolize a pivotal moment in English history for future generations.
The coins, weighing about 7½ pounds, were made between 1066 and 1068 and feature coins from notable rulers—William I, Harold II, and Edward 'The Confessor'.
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