Allison Fox, the curator of archaeology for Manx National Heritage, remarked that this is a wonderful find which helps further our understanding of the complex Viking Age economy in the Isle of Man, where more Viking Age silver has been discovered per square kilometre than in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. This emphasizes the importance of the Isle of Man as a significant hub during the Viking Age, showcasing its unique position in trade and settlement.
This important hoard was probably assembled in two or more stages, with the earlier English and Irish coins deposited together in the first instance, highlighting the dynamic economic interactions between the Vikings and the local Irish populations. It indicates how the Viking economy was not isolated but interconnected, evidenced by this mix of cultural artifacts that showcases the amalgamation of various influences in the region.
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