A METAL detectorist who has spent 14 years uncovering treasures across the UK has put pen to paper to share his finds. John Keen, 75, from Little Oakley, has found a multitude of treasure, from gold and silver coins to a flint tool used by our ancient ancestors over the last decade and a half. In action - John looking for finds (Image: John Keen) One of John's favourite finds was a finely knapped arrowhead, which is the same age as the ancient monument Stonehenge, at around 4,500 years old.
John regularly showcases his finds with schools visits and puts on talks about the beauty and excitement of finding treasure. And now he has begun writing for Treasure Hunting Magazine sharing his discoveries. John said: “My detecting journey has led me on to writing for Treasure Hunting Magazine and I’ve had 13 stories published to date.
I cannot thank the editor Julian Evan-Hart and the team enough. Ready - Metal detector in hand (Image: John Keen) “As a lad I was never encouraged at school but could always write a tale, with most being rejected for poor spelling and grammar so I just gave up. From that shy boy to a 75-year-old author.
“Around a year ago a new adventure arrived when I was asked to do some talks to various groups and clubs. Coins - Some serious history has been found by John (Image: John Keen) “I find it so rewarding, especially the children’s talks as I can give them what I never had, hands on history by passing around my finds and even my precious flints.”.