In case of dispute as to ownership of place, proceedings to be stayed.

When a declaration has been made as aforesaid in respect of any treasure trove, and two or more persons have appeared as aforesaid, and each of them claims as owner of the place where such treasure trove was found, or the right of any person who has so appeared and claimed is disputed by the finder of such treasure trove, the Collector shall retain such treasure trove and shall make an order staying his proceedings with a view to the matter being enquired into and determined by a civil court.