A glittering hoard forgotten for eleven centuries
In short: Explore the Galloway Hoard, a stunning collection of silver, gold, and crystal objects discovered in South-West Scotland. This video reveals how these treasures offer a rare glimpse into the Viking Age.
Medieval historian Helen Carr joins experts from National Museums Scotland to examine this unique discovery. The hoard contains beautifully crafted items that illustrate a period of both upheaval and extensive long-distance trade and pilgrimage.
The collection features a remarkable lidded silver vessel, which researchers believe traveled from modern-day Iran to Scotland. The video also captures the meticulous conservation process of a piece never before shown to the public, currently featured in the British Museum's Silk Roads exhibition.
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