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Metal Detecting News #36

Metal Detecting News #36

Anthony Cawood
November 17, 2025

Industry news, important finds, rallies, and more - free every week!

Hi, and welcome to the latest edition of Metal Detecting News.

News this week of a new book from Andy Sabisch and the usual mix of finds from around the world.

We’re about to hit Black Friday territory too so I expect the next couple of weeks will be full of manufacturer, accessory and dealer offers from everywhere!

First detecting specific one I’ve had is this teaser email from the guys at Spin A Disc!

Don’t forget our amazing subscriber giveaway, not only can you win an incredible Cleaning Pencil kit every month, but one lucky subscriber will win a RUTUS Versa in the December draw! In addition to all that we have an extra one this month, see below - we are so generous to you!

And as always, a massive thanks to all our amazing sponsors, RUTUS, Treasure Hunting magazine, Composite Cleaning Pencil and The Big Detecting Show for their continued support.

Industry News

Available from most MD retailers and book shops just in time for Christmas…

Manticore Handbook by Andy Sabisch

Unlock the full potential of your Minelab Manticore with The Manticore Handbook, the definitive guide for hobbyists and professionals alike. Written to help you get the best performance out of your detector, this comprehensive manual covers everything from basic setup to advanced techniques.

www.lpmetaldetecting.com/products/manticore-handbook-by-andy-sabisch

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Detecting News UK

Community helps acquire Iron Age hoard for Oxfordshire Museum

People in Oxfordshire and beyond have helped Oxfordshire County Council’s museum service successfully acquire an exceptional Iron Age hoard.

news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/community-helps-acquire-iron-age-hoard-for-oxfordshire-museum

Historic coin to sell for thousands at auction

It was printed as 'political propaganda' during the English Civil War

www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/historic-coin-sell-thousands-auction-10635660

Treasure finds in England reach record high

Treasure finds in England have reached a record high according to provisional government figures.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly90nl202go

The Surrey Metal Detecting Club sees membership leap in six years

Founded with 60 members in 2019, the Surrey club now has more than 3,000 members across the county.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3w9v1dgvg6o

Rare American dollar coin found in Newcastle could be worth £15,000

The coin is a United States of America 1795 Draped Bust Silver Dollar

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/rare-american-dollar-coin-found-32830827

Gold rod found in Derbyshire field declared as treasure by court

The 57.2mm item could date back to the Bronze Age, a treasure inquest hears.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clylvlpqjz2o

Where in the UK is the greatest amount of hidden treasure?

Objects uncovered have included precious Viking coins and a Roman earwax scoop

uk.news.yahoo.com/where-uk-greatest-amount-hidden-101434504.html

Metal detectorist unearths 1,800-year-old Roman coin hoard in farmer's field

Steve Dean, 68, along with friends Glenn Church and Ed Denovan, discovered the valuable hoard of around 400 Roman coins in a farmer's field near Maidstone, Kent

www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/metal-detectorist-unearths-1800-year-36256944

LETS TALK METAL DETECTING SPADES

Join Dave and Adrian talking about spades currently available within the metal detecting community. How they compare and their personal choices.

www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-242-lets-talk-metal-detecting-spades--64763111

Detecting News Worldwide

A stunning new archaeological discovery could change history

An ancient Celtic coin that was hidden from the world for more than two thousand years was recently plucked from the Earth by an amateur metal detectorist in Germany.

www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/a-stunning-new-archaeological-discovery-could-change-history/ar-AA1Qqoml?ocid=Peregrine

'Scottish stubbornness' helps treasure hunter finds lost items while supporting charity

Alison M. Walker has uncovered 198 lost items over the last decade

www.baytoday.ca/local-news/scottish-stubbornness-helps-treasure-hunter-finds-lost-items-while-supporting-charity-11477318

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MDN Subscriber Giveaways

We are lucky to have generous sponsors who are supporting MDN with giveaway prizes, plus there’s a few prizes that we’ve thrown in for good measure too!

HOT OFF THE PRESS

Subscribe today to be in with a chance of winning!

We have a Rutus Versa to giveaway for Christmas!
That’s right, one lucky active subscriber will win a brand new Rutus Versa in our December draw - courtesy of our generous sponsors - RUTUS!

September’s giveaway winner was Alex Campbell - check your inbox for details on how to claim your Composite Cleaning Pencil Field Kit!

New for November, we also have a cracking new book from Greenlight Publishing!

AND we also have the awesome NEW Composite Cleaning Pencil Field Kit to give away this month - many thanks to Graham!

Call 01243 545060 and mention ‘MDN’ for 10% discount on most items!

Latest Youtube videos

All the latest videos…

Club & Rally roundup

If you have a weekender, charity event etc and would like to let people know just send me a message and I will include in here.

All the rest that’s fit to print

For everyone who loves a bit of research… Diamond package (so full Tithe map access) is heaviliy discounted in the TheGeanealogist’s early Black Friday deal. Offer ends 30/11.