This hoard is the largest collection of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver metalwork ever found. It's made up of over 4,000 items and is unique as it is almost entirely made up of war gear. The metalworkers were very skilled, and the items are highly decorative.
It was discovered by a metal detectorist in 2009, near Lichfield. Archaeologists believe it was buried during the 7th century (600-699 AD), at a time when the region was part of the Kingdom of Mercia. The hoard is still transforming our knowledge of the Anglo-Saxon era
Our grant supported the joint acquisition by Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Birmingham City Council.
Parts of the collection are on display at Birmingham Museums Trust and The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, Stoke-on-Trent.