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Gold coin hoard worth $300K found beneath kitchen floor in England
In a remarkable tale of discovery, a British couple stumbled upon a treasure trove worth nearly $300,000 hidden beneath their kitchen floorboards. This astonishing find occurred during a home renovation in a historic 18th-century house located in Ellerbe, North Yorkshire.
According to the video, the couple's renovation project unearthed a cup resembling a large soda can, buried underneath six inches of concrete. As workers pried up the floorboards, they found more than 260 ancient gold coins dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries, making this one of the largest hoards of its kind ever discovered in Britain. The coins range in origin, with notable finds including British pound coins and even a Brazilian coin that circulated in England during the 1720s.
The couple's unexpected fortune is thought to have belonged to Joseph and Sarah Fernley Maesters, members of a prominent mercantile family in the region. Their choice to hoard these coins during a time of financial innovation, when the Bank of England was becoming established, raises intriguing questions about their distrust of banknotes and other modern currency.
Gregory Edmond from the auction house, describing the discovery, remarked that it’s “one hell of a piggy bank.” The findings are headed for auction, where they are expected to fetch a staggering sum of $300,000.
This story not only highlights the thrill of treasure hunting but also connects us to England’s rich history, showcasing how remnants from the past can emerge in the most unexpected places.
What are your thoughts on this incredible find? Have you ever come across something unusual during renovations or clean-ups? Let’s discuss in the comments below!
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In a remarkable tale of discovery, a British couple stumbled upon a treasure trove worth nearly $300,000 hidden beneath their kitchen floorboards. This astonishing find occurred during a home renovation in a historic 18th-century house located in Ellerbe, North Yorkshire.
According to the video, the couple's renovation project unearthed a cup resembling a large soda can, buried underneath six inches of concrete. As workers pried up the floorboards, they found more than 260 ancient gold coins dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries, making this one of the largest hoards of its kind ever discovered in Britain. The coins range in origin, with notable finds including British pound coins and even a Brazilian coin that circulated in England during the 1720s.
The couple's unexpected fortune is thought to have belonged to Joseph and Sarah Fernley Maesters, members of a prominent mercantile family in the region. Their choice to hoard these coins during a time of financial innovation, when the Bank of England was becoming established, raises intriguing questions about their distrust of banknotes and other modern currency.
Gregory Edmond from the auction house, describing the discovery, remarked that it’s “one hell of a piggy bank.” The findings are headed for auction, where they are expected to fetch a staggering sum of $300,000.
This story not only highlights the thrill of treasure hunting but also connects us to England’s rich history, showcasing how remnants from the past can emerge in the most unexpected places.
What are your thoughts on this incredible find? Have you ever come across something unusual during renovations or clean-ups? Let’s discuss in the comments below!
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Feel free to share your thoughts or related experiences!