Battle to keep Staffordshire hoard of Saxon gold in area in which it was found

Battle to keep Staffordshire hoard of Saxon gold in area in which it was found

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The transcript discusses the discovery of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver items on a battlefield, believed to be 1400 years old. Efforts are underway to raise £3.3 million to keep the treasure in the region, with the National Memorial Heritage Fund considering funding the remainder. The treasure's historical significance could rewrite England's history, but forensic work is pending ownership resolution. The economic and cultural impact is significant, with plans to boost regional tourism through a Mercian trail.

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What role do the museum and Art Gallery's in Birmingham and Stoke on Trent play in this situation?

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What is the deadline for raising the funds for the treasure?

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