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The Treasure Valuation Committee (TVC), comprising of independent antiques or coin experts and a representative of the hobby of metal-detecting, establishes the likely market value of each treasure find. A reward of this value can then be made to the...
This series brings together all documents relating to Treasure and portable antiquities statistics
Government changes the legal definition of treasure so that more new discoveries can go on public display
New plans will redefine treasure and prevent sale of unreported finds.
Report wreck material and treasure finds
The National Heritage Memorial Fund (NHMF) saves the most outstanding parts of our heritage at risk of loss to the nation, as a memorial to those who have given their lives for the UK.
Site brings together 31 existing nature sites with more than 400 hectares of additional land.
A consultation on proposals which would update the Treasure Act 1996 Codes of Practice, revise the Act’s definition of treasure and commence relevant provisions in the Coroners and Justice Act 2009.
The following review concludes that there is a continuing role for the Treasure Valuation Committee (TVC) as an advisory non-departmental body…
The Department for Culture Media and Sport has published the Treasure Act 1996 Code of Practice (Revised) England and Wales.
Annual statistics on the number of finds of treasure and portable antiquities reported and recorded through the Portable Antiquities Scheme, 2021 and 2022.
This is the eleventh Annual Report to Parliament on the operation of the Treasure Act 1996.
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