Talkin’ Spain: The Treasure of Villena Heist

Brian's Spain Domain

Sep 03 2026 | 00:18:12

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Show Notes

In late August a group of thieves broke into the muncipal Museum of Villena and in just four minutes made off with the stunning Treasure of Villena, one of the most impressive and important Bronze Age hoards in Europe, leaving the archeaological world in shock, as well as the residents of the town. The raid is just the latest in a streak of art robberies throughout Spain and the rest of Europe, and it has raised concerns as to what to do about it. Listen and learn more. Become a part of the Spain Domain community. You can subscribe to our […]

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