Silchester Eagle
Bronze sculpture of an eagle discovered in 1866 at Calleva Atrebatum, inspiring the 1954 novel 'The Eagle of the Ninth'.

šŸ“œ Roman bronze sculpture depicting an eagle with outstretched wings, discovered in 1866 during excavations at Calleva Atrebatum.
Now housed at Reading Museum.

Why Go

šŸ¦… View a significant Roman artifact
šŸ“š Discover the inspiration for a famous historical novel
šŸ›ļø Explore Roman Britain's history and craftsmanship

Cost

šŸ’° Entry is free.

šŸ“ Location

Found in the Silchester gallery on the upper floor of the Reading Museum.

Last updated 28 days ago

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