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Guided by curator Dr Fraser Hunter, we learn about this extraordinary hoard, which is over 1,500 years old and was hidden, buried on top of a volcanic hill for more than a millennium. Together, they delve into its mysterious origins, uncovering what the treasure reveals about power, trade, and diplomacy at the far edges of the Roman Empire and beyond. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

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Unboxing An Ancient Roman Treasure Chest (23 Kg)
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23 minutes
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English
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