Viking silver ingot found on Isle of Man declared as treasure

http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/isleofman/hi/people_and_places/newsid_8995000/8995795.stm

A viking silver ingot weighing 20 grams has been declared treasure on the Isle of Man. The silver ingot was found by John Crowe in October 2009, in a field in Andreas.

(With thanks to  TheSearcherMag, who posted this story on twitter)

How to donate to the Crosby Garrett Roman Helmet Appeal

I just received a reply from the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery about how to donate to the Crosby Garrett Roman Helmet Appeal:

“People can phone and pledge their donation on 01228 618743 or they can fill the attached donation form and send it back with their preferred method of payment.”

Download the donation form here: Donation form – gift aid (word document) right click and save. You can donate by credit and debit card using this form. No mention of Paypal or any online payment methods though.

Crosby Garrett Roman Helmet Appeal