...annnnnnnnnd again.

"it was hoped the artefact...could be acquired by Lincoln Museum"

Note the word 'hoped'. But if Museum can't raise the funds to buy it, it could be sold at auction, sent overseas or melted down.

100% legally

#Archaeology #Detecting #Treasure

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czj1w12ddp2o?app-referrer=search