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Citizen archaeologists discover ancient Pictish bronze spear butt in Scotland

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Citizen archaeologists discover ancient Pictish bronze spear butt in Scotland

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  • Volunteers and academics collaborated at a site in **Falkland, Fife**, unearthing an **ancient bronze spear butt**.
  • The spear butt, marked with **Pictish inscriptions**, was buried for over **1,500 years**, making it a significant archaeological find.
  • Joe Fitzpatrick, a retired volunteer, expressed his excitement at uncovering the artifact during digs organized by the **Falkland Stewardship Trust** and the **University of Aberdeen**.
  • Increased community involvement over the last decade has fostered a thriving environment for **citizen archaeologists** despite general declines in volunteering.
  • Efforts to diversify volunteer participation are underway, aiming to attract a broader demographic to delve into archaeology.

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