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The owner of the place in which the treasure trove is found, if he is not the finder, and the occupier of such place if he is neither the finder nor the owner, shall also give notice in writing to the Collector specifying the particulars referred to in clauses (a), (b) and (c) of sub- section (1), before the expiry of one month from the date on which the owner or the occupier, as the case may be, becomes aware of the finding of the treasure trove. (3) If any question arises as to whether the amount or value of a treasure trove exceeds twenty-five rupees or whether a treasure trove is of historical, archaeologi2al or artistic interest, the question shall be referred to the Collector who shall decide the same and his decision shall be final: / Provided that where the question referred to is as to whether a treasure trove is of historical, archaeological or artistic interest, the Collector shall, before deciding the question, consult the Director of Archaeology.