When he was very young, Welsh local Mike Smith could usually be found exploring fields and the woods near his hometown of Pembrokeshire in his free time. Curious about the world and what he would be able to find, it wasn’t long before he got his hands on a metal detector, igniting his passion in an entirely new way.
While finding so-called “buried treasure” was always the goal, little did he know that one day he would be part of a discovery so massive that it gained attention far and wide, showcasing him as more than just a hobbyist in the field. Prepare to be blown away by one of his magnificent discoveries, which was both culturally and financially significant.
The Man Behind The Metal
It’s commonly known that metal detector enthusiasts are often found searching for hidden trinkets lurking on the surface below the ground. For Mike Smith, this was part of the rush, and each time he went out on a search he hoped to stumble onto something valuable. He had envisioned finding gold one day ever since he started his journey with metal detection.
The Man Behind The Metal
On a cloudy morning, a now-adult Mike found himself deep in thought while scanning for the precious metal. It would only take a couple of minutes for the machine to beep loudly, and more regularly. Would this be one of his biggest discoveries yet? He was instantly curious about what was hidden below the depths of his soles.
A Jolt of Excitement
Naturally, the persistent loud beeps sent a jolt of electricity through his spine. For any metal detector hobbyist, this is an exciting moment, usually with a tiny payoff. This time, Mike had a feeling that his discovery was going to be different.
A Jolt Of Excitement
This was not a moment for him to lose concentration. He knew that a simple dig would reveal what was under the surface. What he didn’t know at that time, but he would soon be learning, was that his discovery was going to result in him needing to get the authorities involved.
