Secret room hidden underground in Christchurch uncovered
A treasure trove has been discovered in a secret room hidden underground in Christchurch for at least a century.
Archaeologists uncovered a small underground room in the foundations of a 1970s office block demolished in Madras St in the city centre.
When the secret room was opened in March, 1600 treasures from the 19th century were discovered, including a ladies fob watch, a brooch, mustard pots, cutlery, bottles and china.
Underground Overground Archaeology director Katharine Watson said the find was “amazing and surprising”.
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