Archaeologist reveals how Church of England leader's treasure ended up in river after decades-long mystery
An archaeologist from Durham University discovered a collection of religious artifacts in the River Wear, linking them to former Archbishop of Canterbury Michael Ramsey. The items, including a bronze crucifix, Russian icon, and medals from the Second Vatican Council, were deliberately placed in the river. The find resolves a long-standing mystery about the disappearance of Ramsey's personal religious objects.
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Discovery Archaeologist reveals how Church of England leader's treasure ended up in river after decades-long mystery Hoard included bronze crucifix, Russian icon and medals from the Second Vatican Council By Andrea Margolis Fox News Published May 1, 2026 6:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Metal detectorist finds Scotland's oldest coin, dating back 900 years A metal detectorist near Edinburgh has uncovered what experts say is the oldest Scottish coin ever found. The 900-year-old coin dates to the 12th century and bears the image of King David I.
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