On the evening of February 14th, 1869, Elizabeth Thompson and her husband Cecil reported a unique discovery during their stroll along the beach. The couple observed a blue luminescence emanating from the water, which led them to venture into the shallow areas for a closer look. Their exploration led them to an object that appeared to glisten like gold.

Upon initial inspection, the object was lacking any discernible symbols or markings, but its gold filigree perhaps indicated that its origin and value had significance. Despite its surface being covered with barnacles and seaweed, Elizabeth and Cecil thought that the object was probably of ancient origins.

The couple were unable to decipher the importance or the historical context of the object. As a result, they sought the assistance of a local archaeologist to enlist the expertise of specialists to provide further insight into the object's origin and history. Despite these efforts, the object remains an enigma to this day.