World’s Oldest Football Brought to Life Through Cutting-Edge 3D Technology

World’s oldest football brought to life through cutting-edge 3D technology

A 16th-century football believed to be the world’s oldest is being digitally preserved using advanced 3D technology.

University of Glasgow to bring the world’s oldest football into the metaverse

At nearly 500 years old, the world’s oldest football was discovered in the bedchamber of Mary, Queen of Scots, at Stirling Castle.

Historic Scottish Football Artefact Begins Journey Into the Metaverse Through Glasgow 3D Project

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University of Glasgow brings oldest football into metaverse

On first inspection, this round and unassuming artefact belies its fascinating history. At nearly 500 years old, the world’s oldest football was discovered in the bedchamber of Mary, Queen of Scots, at Stirling Castle. Normally, it has a permanent home at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum. But tomorrow (24 June 2026), it will make an appearance at the Scotland v Brazil game in Miami, on its first visit to the USA. However, in another first…