Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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After the Sack of Constantinople in 1204, the contents of the Byzantine imperial treasury were scattered across Europe and beyond. This video traces the surprising stories of 5 of the most spectacular treasures.

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:52 The Sack of Constantinople
2:06 The Farnese Cup
4:20 The Great Cameo of Constantine
7:47 The Rubens Vase
9:53 The Chalices of Romanos
11:41 Conclusion

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