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Divers explore 18th century shipwreck which sank with silver bars aboard

Divers are exploring a shipwreck off the Kent coast which sank more than 270 years ago - complete with silver bars, ingots and coins.

British and Dutch marine archaeologists are creating a survey of the 18th century trading ship which foundered on the Goodwin Sands to see whether more of its amazing artefacts can be raised - and how to preserve it in future.

Sarah Saunders spoke to Mark Dunkley of Historic England, Martijn Manders of the Dutch Maritime Programme and marine archaeologist Alex Hildred.