Publication
Title
Metal detecting in Finland : an ongoing debate
Author
Abstract
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.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Open archaeology. - Warsaw, 2015, currens
Publication
Warsaw : De Gruyter , 2016
ISSN
2300-6560
DOI
10.1515/OPAR-2016-0006
Volume/pages
2 :1 (2016) , p. 85-96
ISI
000404614100006
Full text (Publisher's DOI)
UAntwerpen
Publication type
Subject
External links
Web of Science
Record
Identifier
Creation 03.09.2021
Last edited 22.08.2023
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