A metal detecting enthusiast has said he would like to reunite the descendants of a fallen soldier with his First World War medal.
Andrew Wood, 33, discovered the WW1 victory medal buried in Kelvingrove Park in west end on Tuesday.
On the bronze medal, he found the name Thomas Porter.
Andrew learned Private Porter served in the Royal Scots corps between the years 1914 and 1920.
Now he is keen to trace any surviving relatives to return this special piece of family history.
An avid metal detectorist, Andrew has been hunting for rare treasure around the city for years.
Just two weeks ago he unearthed a gold ring and shilling coins buried together nine inches deep at Queen’s Park.
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Andrew said the oldest gold coin he has ever found dates back to 1857 and he once found a a silver coin in Tollcross Park from 1816.
He told Glasgow Live: “It’s a thrill. I’m interested in history and things from the past.”
If you recognise the items, or are a relative of Private Thomas Porter, you can get in touch with us at news@glasgowlive.com to share your story.
