The read
It runs a compact 48m.
Synopsis
In July 2009, amateur metal detecting enthusiast Terry Herbert uncovered the largest Anglo Saxon treasure hoard ever found in Britain. Just below the surface of a field near Lichfield, Staffordshire, he unearthed over 200 pieces of jewelled gold and silver treasure, buried, lost and forgotten for over a millennium. Archaeologists later excavated a further 1,400 items. The unprecedented find of Anglo Saxon gold mesmerised archaeologists and historians, making headlines around the world.
Ratings
IMDb6.5/10
Key crew
- Mel MorpethDirector
- Mel MorpethWriter
Cast
- Tony RobinsonNarrator (Voice)
- Terry HerbertSelf