3D Scanning Brings 1,700-Year-Old Ilminster Ring to Life

3D Scanning Brings 1,700-Year-Old Ilminster Ring to Life

Somerset Council’s Library Service has 3D scanned and printed a replica of the Ilminster Ring, a Roman gold artifact dating to 297 AD, ahead of its public unveiling at the Ilminster Roman Ring Discovery Day on Thursday 20 August. The event, organized by South West Heritage Trust and Ilminster Arts Centre, will display both the…

Roman treasure found in Somerset brought to life with 3D technology

The Ilminster Ring, a Roman gold artefact from 297AD, has been recreated using 3D technology ahead of an event on 20 August.

Technology recreates ancient ring - Around Wellington

Somerset Council’s Library Service is bringing history to life by creating a replica of an historic Roman treasure thanks to 3D scanning and printing. The Ilminster Ring, dating back to 297AD, has been digitally scanned using a sophisticated 3D hand scanner, funded by British Library. The scanner creates a highly detailed 3D model which enables people to explore this important local artefact in new ways. As a result, it is possible to 3D print a…