Metal Detecting in Finland - An Ongoing Debate

Open Archaeology

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Anna Wessman¹  Leena Koivisto²  Suzie Thomas¹ 

[1] Department of Philosophy, Museology. University of Helsinki, 00014 University of Helsinki;Satakunta Museum

关键词: metal detectorists;    collaboration;    collections;    find location;    legislation;   

DOI  :  10.1515/opar-2016-0006

学科分类：土木及结构工程学

来源: De Gruyter

【 摘 要 】

This outline article presents and critiques legislation as it affects the metal detecting hobby and the archaeological profession. It considers some of the ways in which metal detectorists themselves have caused controversy but also positive news in relation to archaeological heritage in Finland. A selection of examples of collaboration based on the authors own experiences is presented, also the impact of metal detecting on material culture and archaeological research. The continuing object-oriented focus of both metal detectorists and the media is identified. New collection and engagement strategies could enhance archaeological research, while engaging this particular section of the wider public.

【 授权许可】

CC BY