Viking artifacts
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Viking-era Govan Stones now on view in Glasgow
Rare Norse relics are on display to the public in Glasgow, Scotland, thanks to the activities of a local heritage trust.1 month ago — News -
Ask The Viking Herald: The legality surrounding the online sale of Viking-era artifacts
This is the first in a series of what we hope to be a more interactive way of experiencing The Viking Herald (TVH). Based on the emails we receive, we will do our best to answer a TVH fan's question, comment, or query.1 month ago — News -
The Gjermundbu helmet: One of the most amazing Viking-era finds
On a small farm just north of Oslo, Norway, one day in 1943, a farmer's son uncovered a Viking-era burial mound. Little did he know that the treasures beneath included the famous Gjermundbu helmet, perhaps one of the most iconic symbols of Viking military prowess and power.6 months ago — History -
Archaeologists discover unique Thor's hammer amulet from the Viking Age in Sweden
During a recent survey at Ysby in Sweden, archaeologists discovered a one-of-a-kind Thor's hammer amulet.7 months ago — News -
What are the most special Viking artifacts still preserved?
The last Viking longship set sail almost a millennium ago, meaning that artifacts and treasures from this period of time are rare and valuable. However, a few precious artifacts, from Viking societies, in the early medieval period in the North Atlantic world, remain.8 months ago — History