Record trove of Viking Age coins found in Norway
Summary
Metal detector users in Norway found the largest collection of Viking Age coins ever discovered in the country near the village of Rena. Experts say the more than 3,150 coins mostly come from England and Germany and date back to the late 10th and early 11th centuries, revealing information about Norway’s economy during that time.Key Facts
- The coin hoard was found near Rena, a village in Innlandet County, Norway.
- Two private citizens first found 19 silver coins on April 10, leading to a larger excavation.
- Over 3,150 coins have been recovered so far, with more searches ongoing.
- Most coins came from England and Germany; some originated in Denmark and Norway.
- The coins date to the late 900s and early 1000s, before King Harald Hardrada’s reign began in 1046.
- Coins were minted during the reigns of rulers like Cnut the Great, Ethelred II, Otto III, and Harald Hardrada.
- The find offers new insights into Norway’s economy during a time of political change and increased foreign wealth.
- Archaeologists call the discovery very rare and exciting for their field.
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