Festival of history - portable antiques scheme display

Visit our roman object on display and the Usher Gallery for the #FestivalOfHistory and decided what you think it could be!

On display 1 May - 12 May 2025

Journey back 1,700 years and unravel the mystery of a curious Roman object 

Is metal detectorist Simon Grant’s incredible find a vehicle fitting, or a candle holder?

Does it depict the Roman God, Mars, or a servant?

You decide – pop your suggestions in the box!⠀