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Why was a Viking Age woman in Norway buried with scallops on her face?
Archeologists Knut Harald Stomsvik and Raymond Sauvage narrate the story of a unique Norwegian burial site.8 months ago — News -
Viking Age burial site in Denmark includes unusual pagan coffin
Around 30 graves have been revealed close to the city of Aarhus, with experts suggesting a possible link to Harald Bluetooth.1 year ago — News -
Women, wealth, and trade: Exploring Viking graves at Skumsnes, Norway
A symbolic key, a vulva stone, and a unique coin found at a Viking Age burial ground in Norway.1 year ago — News -
Archeologists share new findings from the Viking graves at Tvååker, Sweden
Two members of the on-site archeological team discuss the wealth of artifacts found at the site and assess their significance.1 year ago — News -
Site in Sweden reveals Viking ships, graves, and possible animal sacrifice
Excavations in Halland County have revealed one of the largest grave sites of the Viking Age.1 year ago — News -
More than 50 Viking skeletons found in Danish gravesite
The discovery could provide valuable insight into the living habits and trading patterns of Danish Vikings.1 year ago — News -
Do Sicily’s huge skeletons reveal a Norse presence on the island?
In part one of our conversation with archeologist Sławomir Moździoch, The Viking Herald revisits the 2018 discovery of exceptionally tall skeletons in Sicily with a possible Norse connection.2 years ago — News -
Who were the women buried in the Oseberg ship?
The discovery of the Oseberg ship in 1903 was one of the most remarkable archeological finds of the 20th century. Amongst the hidden treasure and grave goods were the remains of two mysterious women, which helped shatter preconceived notions about power and gender in the Viking Age.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
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 -
Great Viking discoveries: Grave 581 and the Birka shield maiden
The story of an archeological discovery that changed how we view the role of women in Viking culture.2 years ago — News
