Budapest government strengthens claim for rest of long-disputed hoard after handing over €15m

Documents seen by The Art Newspaper reveal that five bowls, 37 cups and 187 spoons were offered with the 14 pieces which make up the Roman treasure

Based on its belief that the Sevso silver rightfully belongs to Hungary, the Hungarian government is seeking an out-of-court settlement with Lord Northampton

Last month the auction house told us it would not sell the hoard, but now it says it might

Scholars, curators, dealers and collectors have been invited to the private exhibition of the treasure known for its astonishing provenance

Hungary's appeal of the verdict that was reached in spring awaits a decision

Legal complexities ensue, with deceit, conspiracy and covert dealing surrounding the treasures history becoming certain