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Rare Byzantine gold coin found in Innlandet County, Norway
A metal detectorist in the municipality of Vestre Slidre has just found a gold coin from Byzantium, perhaps brought to Norway by the 11th-century ruler Harald Hardrada.2 years ago — News -
Norwegian metal detectorist shares his story of unearthing rare Viking silver
A metal detectorist made headlines around the world in recent days after finding Viking silver in a farmer's field in Innlandet County, Norway. Jørgen Strande now speaks with The Viking Herald about his discovery.2 years ago — News -
Viking crime of the century: The Herefordshire Hoard
This is the story of a scandalous theft of a multi-million-dollar hoard of Viking treasure and the community's fight to regain it.2 years ago — News -
1,500-year-old "gold find of the century" uncovered in Norway
A metal detectorist hits upon a gold treasure on the island of Rennesøy in Stavanger municipality, Norway.2 years ago — News -
British officials seize medieval items smuggled from Ukraine - many objects falsely described as "Viking"
A collection of medieval metalwork was posted from Kyiv to the UK in 2021 with the intention of being sold on the internet. The package of 86 objects was seized in transit by UK Border Force in July 2021 and jointly identified by curators from the British Museum and the National Museum in Kyiv.4 years ago — News
