Valuable Archaeological Findings That Have Shaped History Over Milennia

The Staffordshire Hoard, a testament to the Anglo-Saxons’ love for gold and silver, stands as the largest found Anglo-Saxon treasure, valued at over $5 million. It boasts a collection exceeding 3,500 precious items, highlighting the era’s wealth.

Comprising eleven pounds of gold, three pounds of silver, and 3,500 garnet cloisonne jewelry pieces, the Hoard dates back to the seventh century A.D. Its exquisite craftsmanship and martial themes suggest it belonged to a prosperous noble of Anglo-Saxon Mercia.