The Treasure Trove Team are back in Aberdeen! Book an appointment or come along on the day to hear a talk about Treasure Trove and to enjoy other archaeology-themed activities from the University Collections.
Book a slot with the Treasure Trove Team
We are delighted to welcome the Treasure Trove Team back to Aberdeen University for another FINDS DAY.
Chance discoveries of archaeological artefacts by members of the public have the potential to make a significant contribution to our understanding of Scotland’s past. The role of Treasure Trove is to ensure that finds of cultural significance are protected for the benefit of the nation and preserved in museums across the country.
Do you think you’ve found something of historic interest? Why not bring along your object. A member of the TTU team will be on hand to assess any finds that you may have found and provide advice on what you need to do.
To book your timeslot, click on the link below.
TALK: New Treasures from Aberdeenshire - Dr George Prew-Stell, 12:00-12:45
This talk gives a brief overview of the Treasure Trove system in Scotland and how it functions, before taking you through a whistlestop tour of particularly interesting items which have come through the process in recent years.
About the Speaker
George has a BA in Classical Archaeology and Ancient History and an MPhil in Classical Archaeology from University of Oxford, and a PhD in Archaeology at University of Glasgow where he developed tools for understanding ancient communities through how they dressed their dead.
George joined the Treasure Trove team in September 2022 and has previously worked mainly in Iron Age and Roman archaeology, but his interest in dress items and small decorative objects is extending to the Late Medieval period. He has previously undertaken digs in Tuscany, Umbria, and Wiltshire, and he is relishing the chance to focus on Scotland and to see more of the country through Treasure Trove outreach.
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University Collections Activities
Join the University Collections for object handling and other activities including mini sandpit digs, replica Pictish stone rubbing, trails and more on the ground floor of the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Further details will appear here shortly.
Free Parking
The University car parks are free to use by any visitor on Saturday 17th October.
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If you would like more information you can contact us at uoacollections@abdn.ac.uk
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