Schoolboy with a metal detector found a medieval artifact with a secret inscription (3 photos + 1 video)

According to experts, the hilt from the late 13th century is an extremely rare find. Historians believe that the artifact is connected with the War of Scottish Independence.





Teenager Lucas Cunliffe made an amazing discovery while walking with his father in northern England. Using a metal detector, he found part of the hilt of a medieval sword - a pommel, which is more than 700 years old.

According to experts, the hilt from the late 13th century is an extremely rare find. The artifact is engraved with an inscription in medieval Latin: "Jesus, King of the Jews."

Historical weapons expert Paul McDonald noted that this item is one of seven known examples of this shape. All other similar finds were previously discovered in Scotland.



Historians suggest that the artifact is associated with the War of Scottish Independence (1296-1357) and may be related to the reign of Robert the Bruce. All the found pommels, including this one, were made of bronze.

The valuable find has now been handed over to the Finds Liaison Officer, who, together with the coroner and



The British Museum will be conducting further investigations.

"It may be a few years before we know more about this find or get it back, but I hope that in the future it will be displayed in a museum with my son's name on it," said Lucas's father, Dave Cunliffe.

The man added that his son was incredibly excited about his discovery, as was the rest of the family.