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The life and afterlife of a Viking sword: Inheritance, burial, and memory
A prized object, a weapon of war, and a work of art, the lifespan of a Viking sword did not end after the death of its owner. We delve into the details of a Viking object heavy with emotional and symbolic weight.3 months ago — History -
New Viking exhibition opens in Norway with Carolingian and Sunndal swords
The exhibition at the NTNU University Museum in Trondheim presents thousands of never-before-seen Viking artifacts.2 years ago — News -
A closer look at the Sword of Kings in the Vikings TV series
This symbol of royal power is more than just a ceremonial sword in the popular show Vikings. It is a historical nod to a famous weapon forged by a master craftsman more than a millennium ago.2 years ago — Legacy -
Top Viking discoveries of 2023
It's been a great year for amazing discoveries of rare items from the Viking era, frozen in time for a millennium or more. The Viking Herald looks back at some of the best finds of 2023.2 years ago — News -
Book review: Swords of the Viking Age by Ian G. Peirce and Ewart Oakeshott
No longer with us, scholars Ian G. Peirce and Ewart Oakeshott dedicated years of their life to this exhausting examination of blades, hilts, and pommels. Some two decades after its publication, The Viking Herald revisits a revered classic.3 years ago — Reviews -
"Is this for real?" Archaeologist describes discovery of Viking sword in Setesdal, Norway
Last Monday, Joakim Wintervoll’s phone rang, alerting the Agder County Archaeologist to the discovery of a Viking sword in a garden in Setesdal. He takes up the story with The Viking Herald – and suggests its potentially fascinating consequences.3 years ago — News -
A complete guide to Viking weaponry
Despite the bloody and fearsome reputation that Vikings have been attributed with, we know surprisingly little about much of their weaponry.3 years ago — Warfare -
Unique Viking Age swords discovered in central Sweden
Two Viking Age swords have been discovered during an archaeological study of a burial ground outside of Köping in Västmanland County, Sweden.3 years ago — News -
Early Medieval Scotsmen used Viking swords. Here’s why
Scottish swords come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, each of them having its own history.3 years ago — Warfare -
What you need to know about the new Viking sword exhibition at Oslo Gardermoen Airport
The new Viking sword exhibition at Oslo Gardermoen Airport has attracted a lot of media attention. The Viking Herald got in touch with the Museum of Cultural History to find out more about this thrilling museum-airport collaboration.3 years ago — News
