The Searcher

04/09/2026

Our most popular Finds & Tool Bag has had some upgrades!

The new and improved Searcher Finds + Tool Pro Bag now features two internal sections, a removable zipped pouch and a new mesh side pocket for a bottle, finds pods or case.

It still has all the features that made the original so popular, including a pinpointer holster, valuables pocket, mesh bottom and included belt.

More storage. Better organisation. Built for a day out detecting.

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26/08/2026

This month’s exclusive cover story features a sensational siliquae hoard discovered by the Ninth Region MDC – remarkably, their eleventh hoard to date. Dan Dawson tells the story of the discovery as it unfolded over several days, working closely alongside local archaeologists.

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24/08/2026

EXCLUSIVELY on our cover this month is a sensational siliquae hoard discovered by the Ninth Region MDC… it’s their eleventh hoard to date (but watch this space!). Dan Dawson recounts how events unfolded over several days, working hand in hand with local archaeologists.

Other highlights include a stunning Medieval sword pommel found in the north east of England. It’s copper alloy, beautifully decorated and noted as being of Regional Importance on the PAS database.

Kent FLO Andrew Richardson reports on the Nations’ Greatest Finds competition’s most significant artefact – an Anglo-Saxon pressblech from Lynsted. Greg Livermore shares how he found his first Roman coin hoard, while Adrian Marsden revisits an Anglo-Saxon thrymsa from Norfolk.

Our technical piece this month, from Neil Ham and Scott Sibbald, covers the FIVE golden rules – not to be missed! And finally, Ross Hignett & Cathy Wollweber report on Midweek Searchers’ rare opportunity to search historic National Trust land.

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14/08/2026

https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/en/2026/08/14/workers-find-_9m-gold-haul-on-construction-site/

Construction workers have discovered a huge quantity of gold while renovating a building in Dendermonde. The gold ingots and coins, valued at around €9 million, were found in a chest, bricked into the walls of a cellar.

30/07/2026

In our latest issue, Adam Staples exclusively reports on the discovery of an incredibly rare medieval Leopard coin unearthed in Essex.

This superb gold hammered coin is set to go under the hammer in the coming months, making now the perfect time to take a closer look at one of the most remarkable finds in recent years.

Have you picked up your copy yet?
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27/07/2026

What’s new in this issue?

Adam Staples exclusively reports on an incredibly rare medieval leopard coin unearthed in Essex. This sublime gold hammered coin will be auctioned in the coming months, so worth savouring all the more!

Our second exclusive is a tenth hoard for the Ninth Region MDC of three Roman ingots inscribed Vespasian! Co-finders Shane Moxhay & Royston Gold describe how events unfolded. Todd Stevens exclusively shares his discovery of the treasures from the shipwrecked Phoenix, a 43 gun East India ship built in 1670. With 400 gold and silver coins, along with 79 items of pure gold jewellery it’s a superb find, and one he’s hoping will end up on display in his local museum.

Other highlights are the Breckland Hoard revisited by Adrian Marsden, who looks in detail at the make-up of the hoard. Our technical article by Neil Ham and Scott Sibbald is at the beach where they put the new Minelab Vanquish 360, 460 & 560, The Nokta Legend 2 and XP’s Icon X to the test. And David Villanueva concludes his series on Site Profiling in Part 3: Interpreting a multi-period landscape.

Availble now at: www.thesearcher.co.uk/products/the-searcher-september-2026

17/07/2026

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crlw5wnz9y5o

Artefacts from a 17th Century vessel wrecked off the Isles of Scilly are given to a museum.

11/07/2026

Whether you're searching the shoreline or exploring the shallows, we've got the essentials to make your next trip easier. Our Searcher accessories are designed for days by the sea, helping you stay organised, comfortable and ready for whatever you uncover.

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