Presented by Robert Erskine
A series of six programmes in connection with the current Exhibition of Gold and Silver at the British Museum. 5: Whose Wealth?
The Roman Empire's civil and military elite were rewarded with gold and silver for loyal service. However, it was the population at large that had to foot the bill through taxes, and it turned out in the end that the Empire could not afford its own defence.
Director TONY TYLEY
Producer BETTY WHITE