""We've been called the fifth emergency service,' Howard says, highlighting the community's role in reuniting lost items with their owners, transcending typical treasure hunting.""
""It was instantly clear he had a knack for spotting overlooked gems: he sold it on eBay for almost 30 times what he had paid for it, and used the profit to buy a modern version.""
Morley Howard founded a metal detecting community in Britain that prioritizes recovering lost belongings of living individuals instead of searching for ancient treasures. The initiative stemmed from Howard's casual purchase of a metal detector, leading to a passion for finding and reuniting lost items with their owners. The effort not only showcases a unique twist to metal detecting but has also been deemed an altruistic service, acting as a vital resource for those missing sentimental valuables. This community operates with the ethos of being a 'fifth emergency service.'
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