Treasure hunters uncover biggest Viking coin hoard in country’s history — but question why loot was buried
Treasure hunters in Norway have discovered the largest Viking coin hoard in the country's history, consisting of 2,970 silver coins believed to have been buried around 1047. The coins, minted between the 980s and 1040s, reflect the strong foreign influence on Norway's economy during the late Viking Age. Researchers are investigating the reasons behind the burial of the hoard, which may be linked to the region's booming iron trade.
- ▪The hoard was found in a field near Rena, Norway, by hobbyists Rune Sætre and Vegard Sørlie.
- ▪The discovery marks the largest Viking Age coin hoard found in Norway since 1950.
- ▪Most of the coins were minted in England or Germany, indicating foreign influence on Norway's economy.
- ▪The reasons for the burial of the hoard remain unclear, but it may relate to the area's iron trade.
- ▪The treasure hunters followed proper procedures and helped secure the archaeological site.
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Archaeology Treasure hunters uncover biggest Viking coin hoard in country’s history — but question why loot was buried By Andrea Margolis, Fox News Published May 27, 2026, 11:40 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Archaeologists uncover massive ancient site during rail project Experts stunned after uncovering Homer's 'Iliad' on Egyptian mummy https://www.foxnews.com/travel/experts-stunned-after-uncovering-homers-iliad-egyptian-mummy-unprecedented-find Two hobbyists recently uncovered one of the largest Viking coin hoards ever found — fittingly, in a Nordic country.
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