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Martin Weir, a dedicated metal detectorist, has shared fascinating discoveries from the Blantyre area, including ancient Mesolithic and Bronze Age artifacts. His latest significant find is a hammered silver penny from the reign of King Henry III, minted in Dublin around 1251-1254. This discovery sparks curiosity about its historical journey.

Mesolithic Find

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October 4, 2024

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Blantyre Project reader, Martin Weir is a keen metal detectorist and has discovered many old objects in the local East Kilbride and Blantyre areas, some of them ancient. Over the years, he’s attained a huge knowledge of various finds, which has certainly helped when it comes to his amazing finds and takes great pride in […]