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Ireland's Treasures Uncovered

The surprising tales behind treasures such as the Tara Brooch, the Broighter Hoard, the Waterford Charter Roll and others that have helped to shape and create modern Ireland.

The story of the iconic Irish artefacts that have helped to shape and create modern Ireland, both north and south.

The programme reveals the surprising tales behind treasures such as the Tara Brooch, the Broighter Hoard, the Waterford Charter Roll and others, revealing new stories behind the artefacts that we thought we knew. It also reveals the most recent astounding finds that are adding to the list of Ireland's Treasures.

Using key access to Ireland's two largest museums, in Belfast and Dublin, the programme brings together archaeologists and curators who have spent their lives working to understand the true context for these emblematic treasures.

1 hour

Last on

Sat 18 Feb 2023 19:00

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Credits

Role Contributor
Series Producer Edward Hart
Executive Producer Ailsa Orr
Executive Producer Justin Binding
Production Company 360 Production

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