Discovered by a metal detectorist in a Warwickshire field in 2019, the Tudor Heart immediately captured imaginations worldwide. Following a fundraising appeal launched in October, the British Museum has successfully raised £3.5 million to permanently acquire the pendant, ensuring it remains on public display. But what can a single jewel reveal about love, power, and ambition in Henry VIII’s court? This stunning gold and enamel heart-shaped pendant offers a rare glimpse into the life of Henry VIII, his first wife Katherine of Aragon, and their daughter Mary. Rachel King from the British Museum will take you through its luxurious craftsmanship, its role in dynastic politics, and its symbolism of fertility, devotion, and hope. Join Rachel to uncover how this intimate emblem became a silent witness to history… and a modern-day treasure secured for the nation.