The hoard includes 5 kilograms ( 11 pounds ) of gold and 2.5 kilograms ( 5.5 pounds ) of silver . Amateur metal detectorist found treasure in a field in England , Staffordshire . Hoard described as the largest ever found , including more than 1,500 pieces . Value of find said to be `` priceless , '' team to assess collection over October 13 . Hoard includes 2.5 kilograms of gold , five kilograms of silver , jeweled items .
Amateur metal detectorist found treasure in a field in England , Staffordshire . Hoard described as the largest ever found , including more than 1,500 pieces . Value of find said to be `` priceless , '' team to assess collection over October 13 . Hoard includes 2.5 kilograms of gold , five kilograms of silver , jeweled items .