Staffordshire Hoard comes to life with new technology
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Iconic pieces of the world-famous Staffordshire Hoard will be brought to life by new technology and a brand new gallery, set to open to the public on Friday.
The 1,400-year-old pieces of gold and silver will be illuminated with microscopes, touch screens, videos while visitors can enjoy a recreated Mead Hall in the state-of-the-art gallery.
The historic pieces, such as the folded cross, the... read more
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