East of England: UK's Treasure Capital Revealed
Record-breaking treasure finds hit the UK in 2024, with the east of England uncovering the most precious historical objects. Discover the Viking coins and Roman artefacts rewriting history.
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Lost Florentine Diamond: Century-Old Mystery Unsolved
One of history's most magnificent diamonds - the 137-carat Florentine - disappeared without trace nearly a century ago. This is the story of the Medici treasure that captivated empires and vanished into thin air.
Kidney stone pain reveals surprise pregnancy and labour
In an astonishing medical mix-up, a British woman's suspected kidney stone agony turned out to be unexpected labour, delivering a healthy baby she never knew she was carrying.
Couple unearth Tudor gold coin hoard while gardening
An ordinary gardening session transforms into historical treasure hunt as couple discovers stunning collection of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I gold coins buried for centuries.
Couple find rare 18th century treasure under carpet
A Lancashire couple's simple home renovation project turned into an extraordinary historical discovery when they pulled up their old carpet to find a collection of rare 18th century prints worth thousands.
Charity shop jewellery box hides thousands in gold treasure
A routine charity shop purchase turned into a life-changing discovery when a woman found thousands of pounds worth of gold and jewellery hidden in a £15 box.
Paul O'Grady's secret friendship with Princess Margaret
The late TV star Paul O'Grady maintained a surprising secret friendship with Princess Margaret, sharing late-night drinks and candid conversations away from the public eye.
Medieval cauldron filled with silver coins found in Sweden
Archaeologists make extraordinary discovery of 15th-century bronze cauldron containing 170 silver coins in Swedish woodland, revealing fascinating medieval trade secrets.
Medieval coin treasure found by angler in Swedish lake
A Swedish angler's routine fishing trip yielded an extraordinary archaeological find - a medieval cauldron filled with centuries-old coins, rewriting local history.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
Couple finds £100,000 hidden under carpet
A UK couple made the discovery of a lifetime when they ripped up their old carpet and found £100,000 in cash stashed beneath the floorboards of their new home.
Homeowner finds mysterious safe behind kitchen cupboards
A routine kitchen renovation in the UK took an extraordinary turn when a homeowner discovered a fully intact safe hidden behind his cupboards. The mysterious find has sparked curiosity and speculation about what treasures might lie within.
Nazi gold hunters claim breakthrough in £200m treasure hunt
Treasure hunters claim they've made a monumental discovery in their quest for legendary Nazi gold, uncovering significant evidence at the site of a former SS officer's palace and brothel.
Napoleon's diamond jewel abandoned after Waterloo
Exclusive: The extraordinary story of Napoleon Bonaparte's abandoned diamond-encrusted jewel, left behind in his carriage after his crushing defeat at Waterloo and how it became an embarrassing relic for the Duke of Wellington.
France demands return of crown jewels from Germany
In a stunning historical revelation, France has formally requested the return of precious crown jewels stolen from Paris and discovered in a German lake, unravelling a century-old mystery.
Welsh detectorist finds 15,000 Roman coins
A Welsh metal detectorist discovered the largest ever Roman coin hoard found in Wales, then spent a nervous night guarding his extraordinary find in his car over theft fears.
Mum's shock after giving birth without knowing she was pregnant
Kira Cousins shares her incredible story of unexpectedly giving birth at home after experiencing what she thought was severe stomach pain, in a tale that's stunned medical professionals.
Heinz delivers golden bean canisters to 3 UK households
Heinz has launched an extraordinary treasure hunt, delivering exclusive golden canisters to three lucky households across Britain in their most ambitious baked beans campaign yet.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau confirm surprise relationship
In a stunning crossover between pop culture and politics, Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau have confirmed an unexpected relationship, joining other surprising celebrity-politician couples that have captured public attention.
£2.49 charity shop find valued at £2,500
A bargain hunter struck gold after discovering valuable jewellery worth thousands in a charity shop purchase. Read this amazing real-life treasure hunt story.
Cracked loft vase revealed as £100k Ming treasure
A seemingly worthless cracked vase discovered in a British family's loft turns out to be a rare 15th-century Ming Dynasty treasure, set to fetch up to £100,000 at auction.
Bronze Age Gold Treasure Unearthed in Scottish Borders
A spectacular Bronze Age gold treasure has been discovered by a metal detectorist in the Scottish Borders, offering remarkable insights into Scotland's ancient past.
£100 lost mail box contains £2,000 treasure trove
A bargain hunter's risky purchase of an unclaimed postal package for just £100 uncovered a life-changing collection of vintage jewellery and luxury watches worth over £2,000 in a real-life treasure hunt story.
Henry VIII's gold pendant found by Brummie cafe owner
A stunning 3.5 million gold pendant connected to Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon has been unearthed by a Birmingham cafe owner, with the British Museum now racing to acquire this priceless Tudor treasure.
£70,000 luxury watch found on UK beach
A routine beach walk turned into a life-changing moment when a sharp-eyed walker spotted a rare Richard Mille watch worth over £70,000 lying in the sand - sparking a remarkable search for its rightful owner.
Global detectorists reunite lost jewellery with owners
Discover how an international network of metal detector enthusiasts is performing modern-day miracles, recovering precious lost jewellery from beaches and oceans worldwide.
Jilly Cooper: Britain's Beloved Bonkbuster Queen
Sarah Vine explores how Jilly Cooper's celebration of joy, mischief and old-fashioned English values made her Britain's most beloved author ahead of her 87th birthday.
Anglo-Saxon gold hoard declared treasure in Staffordshire
A remarkable collection of Anglo-Saxon gold artefacts discovered by metal detectorists in Staffordshire has been officially declared treasure, revealing fascinating insights into England's medieval history.
Mum gives birth after mistaking pregnancy for tummy bug
A UK mother shares her astonishing story of unexpectedly giving birth after mistaking pregnancy symptoms for a stomach bug, in a tale that's captivating parents nationwide.
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