About Largest Iron Age Discovery Ever: Over 900 Artefacts!
In this new exclusive film, History Hit's Tristan Hughes gets special access to the Melsonby hoard, quite possibly the largest Iron Age Hoard ever discovered in Britain. Consisting of over 900 artefacts including chariot and wagon parts, elaborate horse harnesses, spears, and cauldrons. Dating back approximately 2,000 years, the hoard offers unique insights into Iron Age society, technology, and trade. With special thanks to: Durham University, The British Museum, Historic England, The Yorkshire Museum, and µ-VIS X-ray Imaging Centre, University of Southampton.
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