Metal detecting is a favorite hobby for many people, but most do not experience significant finds. An American exploring Finland using the TikTok name Metal Detecting Finland recently posted some amazing discoveries from an Iron Age forest.
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One of the team’s first finds was a hakokirves. Although they didn’t think this tool was very old, they thought it was a great find. The specialized chopping tool is designed to strip branches. Next, the team found a giant key that was completely intact. The key’s suspected age dates to medieval times, but they won’t know for sure until they show it to an expert.
The next find was a complete set of six trade weights. While individual trade weights are reasonably common, a full set is rare. The metal detecting team also felt that the complete set might be a sign that they were on a burial site. To be certain, they discontinued their excavations to consult with an archaeologist.
Under the direction of archaeologist Jere, they took soil samples and then did a very careful exploratory dig, where they found the trade weights. Their detailed search didn’t reveal any additional findings. They then suspected a merchant had lost the pouch and weights while traveling through the swamp.
If you want more metal-detecting content like this, please follow Metal Detecting Finland on TikTok. His bio states he is “An American #metaldetecting in Turku, Finland.” He has a variety of metal-detecting adventures and chronicles some remarkable discoveries. The page has many similar videos showing the area’s history. There are videos from trips into a Medieval-Age forest, a Finnish farm field, a Viking-age farm, and similar locations.
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