London's 'Mudlarking' tradition resurfaces: Unearthing antiques from Thames River Bed

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - SEPTEMBER 11: A man shows an object he unearthed from the Thames River bed after the water retreats in London, United Kingdom on September 11, 2023. For centuries, people have been upholding the age-old tradition of 'mudlarking' in the United Kingdom, scouring the exposed Thames River bed for antiques and historical relics. This practice, dating back to the 18th century, not only preserves a rich cultural heritage but also continues to reveal hidden 'treasures' from the river's depths to this day when the water recedes. (Photo by Rasid Necati Aslim/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)