Lichfield shoppers stuck for last minute Christmas present ideas are being urged to pick up a copy of a new book about The Staffordshire Hoard.
The glossy publication telling the story of the greatest is on sale at the Tourist Information Centre in the Lichfield Garrick and relives the story of the largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon treasures ever found.
The book, published by The British Museum Press and written by Kevin Leahy and Roger Bland, features photos of choice pieces from the collection, as well as the story of how the hoard was discovered, a brief overview of Anglo-Saxon England, and the next steps for the hoard.
Councillor David Smith, Leader of Lichfield District Council, said:
“This book really gets over the enormity of what a find of this magnitude means. As the only hoard of gold and silver objects ever to be found from this period, that were not discovered in grave burials, it’s totally unique. Found just outside of Lichfield, the Staffordshire Hoard has even more significance for local people.
“This book is a must for every coffee table in the district. It’s stylishly done, and full of interesting facts, and buying a copy will also help to keep the hoard in the region as £1 from the book goes to the appeal fund.”
The Staffordshire Hoard is available to buy for £4.99 from the Tourist Information Centre in the Lichfield Garrick.
The Tourist Information Centre opens from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. Over the festive period, it will close at 3.30pm on December 24, and will not open again until December 29. It will then close at 4pm on December 31. It will be closed on January 1 and January 3. Normal opening hours will resume on January 4.