Archaeology

Anglo-Saxon Art and Jewelry: Brooches in Cultural and Germanic Context

Discover the material mastery of Anglo‑Saxon brooches—cloisonné, crescents, cruciforms—and their shared Germanic heritage with Gothic fibulae.

The Gilton Amulets: Anglo-Saxon Symbols of Thor and Gungnir

A rare Anglo-Saxon cremation in Kent revealed amulets shaped like Þunor’s hammer and Wōden’s spear—locally made, predating Viking influence by centuries.

The Jelling Stone Controversy: Rewriting Denmark's Viking Past?

Håkon Glørstad's new theory questions the 10th-century origins of the Jelling Stones, offering a fresh perspective on Denmark’s medieval past and national identity.

What Made Viking Arm Rings So Significant?

Discover how Viking warriors used silver arm rings as currency, loyalty tokens, and spiritual emblems in a sophisticated maritime civilization.

The Trundholm Sun Chariot: Bronze Age Denmark's Sacred Solar Artifact

Explore Denmark's iconic Bronze Age sun chariot, discovered in 1902. This unique artifact reveals sophisticated metalworking techniques and religious beliefs of prehistoric Northern Europe.

Jarlshof: Scotland's Premier Prehistoric and Norse Settlement

Jarlshof represents one of Scotland's most remarkable archaeological sites, showcasing an extraordinary timeline of human occupation spanning over 4,000 years.

The Alfred Jewel: A Masterpiece of Anglo-Saxon Artistry

In the windswept fields of Somerset, a small yet extraordinary artifact emerged from the earth in 1693, forever changing our understanding of Anglo-Saxon craftsmanship. The Alfred Jewel, a masterpi...

The Pentney Hoard: A Remarkable Anglo-Saxon Archaeological Find

Explore the intricate Trewhiddle-style brooches of the Pentney Hoard, a remarkable 9th-century archaeological find showcasing Anglo-Saxon metalworking genius.

Hammer, Tongs, and History: A Viking Blacksmith's Tools Tell His Story

In 2015, a routine garden project in Sogndalsdalen, Norway, unveiled a treasure trove of Viking-era artifacts that would provide unprecedented insights into the life and social standing of a mediev...

The Bj 581 Grave: Female Warriors of the Viking Age

The archaeological site of Birka, located on the Swedish island of Björkö, has long been a treasure trove of Viking Age discoveries. Among its most significant finds, the Bj 581 grave emerged as a ...