garryson
Bronze Member
A public appeal could be launched to help raise up to £1m to bring one of Scotland's most important hoards of Viking treasure to Kirkcudbright.
Dumfries and Galloway Council is looking at the possibility of acquiring the collection for permanent display.
It would be part of the proposed development of a new art gallery of national significance in the town.
However, the council said raising the funds for the treasure was beyond its means and would need public backing.
The hoard, which was uncovered by a metal detectorist in south west Scotland last September, is said to be one of the most significant finds of Viking treasure ever made in Scotland.
It includes gold and silver artefacts such as armbands, a cross and brooches
Read more: Kirkcudbright Viking treasure bid could need £1m - BBC News
Dumfries and Galloway Council is looking at the possibility of acquiring the collection for permanent display.
It would be part of the proposed development of a new art gallery of national significance in the town.
However, the council said raising the funds for the treasure was beyond its means and would need public backing.
The hoard, which was uncovered by a metal detectorist in south west Scotland last September, is said to be one of the most significant finds of Viking treasure ever made in Scotland.
It includes gold and silver artefacts such as armbands, a cross and brooches
Read more: Kirkcudbright Viking treasure bid could need £1m - BBC News
