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Gold

For the very first civilisations, the yellow lustre of gold is the most alluring and intoxicating colour of all. From the midst of prehistory to a bunker deep beneath the Bank of England, Fox reveals how golden treasures made across the ages reflect everything that has been held as sacred.

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Mon 4 Jul 2022 00:00

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Music Played

  • Alexandre Desplat, Pro Arte Orchestra

    Girl With A Pearl Earring (Main Title/Cues)

  • Shigeru Umebayashi

    2046 Main Theme (With Percussion)

  • Gorillaz, Sinfonia Viva

    Orchestral Intro

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Role Contributor
Presenter James Fox
Director Matt Hill
Producer Matt Hill
Executive Producer Jonty Claypole

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