Man Discovers Ancient Necklace While Gardening – Jeweler's Startling Reaction Leaves Him Speechless

What followed was six months of patience—which Gerald had in abundance—and bureaucratic red tape, which tested Miriam's tolerance. The pendant was sent to the government museum's portable antiquities team for analysis. A metallurgist, a classicist, and a specialist in pre-Roman Mediterranean trade objects were all involved at various points. Gerald received official letters in formal language that committed to little.