Scottish Museum Conserves Rare Bronze Age Artefacts from Peebles Hoard

National Museums Scotland is conserving the Peebles Hoard, a unique Bronze Age collection dating to 1000–800 BCE. Discovered by metal detectorist Mariusz Stępień in 2020, the hoard comprises over 500 bronze and organic items, including Scotland's first rattle pendants, typically found in Denmark and northern Germany.

The artefacts, preserved for over 3,000 years, offer rare insights into Bronze Age Scotland's material culture and international connections. Conservation efforts involve CT scanning and meticulous excavation to protect fragile components.

The museum is seeking funding to continue preserving and researching this exceptional discovery.