He could show you the huge vertebrae of some extinct saurian, found while draining was being done.

He knew enough of archaeology to be able to tell any enthusiastic student who chanced to come along where to find the tumuli and the earthworks on the Downs.

He had several Roman coins, and a fine bronze spearhead, which had been found upon the farm.

These were kept with care, and produced to visitors with pride.

Harry really did possess a wide fund of solid, if quiet, knowledge.