Finding A Henry VIII Gold Coin

Very nice Chris

just a few pointers if you don't mind Chris

it may help your detecting hit rate,

I drag a chain and work the chain marks

it help as it keeps me straight and I can work up to the chain marks on the ground and I can see where I've been,

also I overlap each swing nose to heel

I may not cover as much ground

but I do know I got most of what is in it.

Cheers mate and good hunting

Not sure how to straighten a coin THIS bent.
I would perhaps seek some professional advice over the 'phone from a leading museum, before proceeding. There is real value here which has to be considered, as to how to straighten it.

For a less bent coin, I have put it between two pieces of very stiff rubber, and flattened it in a vice.

The fact that it is gold will make it less subject splitting.

Don't know how the current Laws relating to treasure trove found in the U.K., work. The museum should be able to advise. I feel sure that if you follow the Law properly, you are more likely to keep this piece for yourself.

EXCELLENT!! Never found a gold hammered, congrats!!
Let us know how the 'repair' turns out!! Looks like a really nice coin.
What part of the country did you find that? Not the exact local obviously lol.

Regards,

Met.