[Winniesboy]

This is every property law professor's wet dream of a case.

No, The ancient law of Treasure Trove (which is why a Coroner is involved) makes these questions very clear. Treasure Trove laws precede 'government' (in the modern sense) by centuries.

[rogueleader]

I did not know that. Thank you.

I guess the guy will get compensation after all.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/arts/news/story/0,11711,774664,00.html