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Valuables or prized possessions that have been deliberately buried, often in times of conflict or war, and never reclaimed. Coins, objects in precious metals, and scrap metal are the most common objects found in hoards. In July 1991 the largest hoard found in Britain was discovered, consisting of 7,000 15th-century coins; it was declared a treasure trove.



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The children had discovered the glittering hoard, and when in a mischievous mood used to fling showers of moidores, diamonds, pearls and pieces of eight to the gulls, who pounced upon them for food, and then flew away, raging at the scurvy trick that had been played upon them.
The Adventures of Peter Pan by Barrie, James Matthew View in context
No; I must have patience and gather a hoard of my own.
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Bronte, Anne View in context
What had become of the dazzling hoard of royal jewels exhibited at every close of day?
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