Childhood in the Viking AgeChildren in Viking society were significantly influenced by legal and societal norms, particularly regarding paternity and community integration.
Battle of BrunanburhThe Battle of Brunanburh marked Aethelstan's legitimization as the first king of a united England.
Animal figurine found in early Viking settlement in IcelandExcavations at the Fjorur site in Iceland unveiled a child's toy figurine and numerous artifacts from the 9th century Viking settlement.
Viking Burial Ground Unearthed in Sweden - Medievalists.netDiscovery of a Viking Age burial ground in Tvååker, Sweden, reveals significant archaeological potential beyond original Stone Age settlement expectations.
Medieval Coin Hoard Discovered on Isle of Man - Medievalists.netA treasure hoard of 36 silver coins from 1,000 years ago was discovered on the Isle of Man, revealing significant insights into Viking Age economy.
Archaeology student finds Viking silver hoardA student uncovered a significant hoard of Viking Age silver arm rings, illustrating the trade networks of the time.
Fragment of gilded pre-Viking helmet found in DenmarkSignificant pre-Viking helmet fragment discovered in Lejre, Denmark, dated to late Iron Age with exquisite craftsmanship.
The Galloway Hoard: Viking-Age Treasures Embark on International Tour - Medievalists.netThe Galloway Hoard, a premier Viking-age treasure collection, will premiere in Australia from February to July 2025, marking its first international exhibition.
Animal figurine found in early Viking settlement in IcelandExcavations at the Fjorur site in Iceland unveiled a child's toy figurine and numerous artifacts from the 9th century Viking settlement.
Viking Burial Ground Unearthed in Sweden - Medievalists.netDiscovery of a Viking Age burial ground in Tvååker, Sweden, reveals significant archaeological potential beyond original Stone Age settlement expectations.
Medieval Coin Hoard Discovered on Isle of Man - Medievalists.netA treasure hoard of 36 silver coins from 1,000 years ago was discovered on the Isle of Man, revealing significant insights into Viking Age economy.
Archaeology student finds Viking silver hoardA student uncovered a significant hoard of Viking Age silver arm rings, illustrating the trade networks of the time.
Fragment of gilded pre-Viking helmet found in DenmarkSignificant pre-Viking helmet fragment discovered in Lejre, Denmark, dated to late Iron Age with exquisite craftsmanship.
The Galloway Hoard: Viking-Age Treasures Embark on International Tour - Medievalists.netThe Galloway Hoard, a premier Viking-age treasure collection, will premiere in Australia from February to July 2025, marking its first international exhibition.
From Iran to Scotland: Viking-Age Treasure's Journey Unveiled - Medievalists.netThe Galloway Hoard reveals an Iranian origin for a significant vessel, highlighting historical connections between cultures.
Mystery behind Viking-age treasure find in Scotland may finally have been solvedThe Galloway hoard, a significant Viking-age treasure, symbolizes the concept of communal ownership as per its new deciphered inscription.
From Iran to Scotland: Viking-Age Treasure's Journey Unveiled - Medievalists.netThe Galloway Hoard reveals an Iranian origin for a significant vessel, highlighting historical connections between cultures.
Mystery behind Viking-age treasure find in Scotland may finally have been solvedThe Galloway hoard, a significant Viking-age treasure, symbolizes the concept of communal ownership as per its new deciphered inscription.
High-resolution genomic history of early medieval Europe - NatureAncient genome sequencing enhances insights into human migration and genetic diversity but faces challenges in statistical differentiation among closely related ancestries.
New Medieval Books: Muslims on the Volga in the Viking Age - Medievalists.netExplores the impact of Ibn Fadlan's journey on our understanding of Viking and northern cultures from a medieval Arab perspective.
Vikings and Indigenous North Americans: New Walrus DNA Study Reveals Early Arctic Encounters - Medievalists.netViking Age ivory trade routes are traced via ancient walrus DNA, revealing connections with Indigenous Arctic peoples.
Viking silver bracelet hoard found on farm in NorwayIntact Viking Age silver bangles provide new insights into Viking societal structures and burial practices.
Online Course Starting Next Month: The Viking Age - Medievalists.netThe Viking Age course offers an in-depth study on Nordic life, running every Thursday for six weeks, priced at $149.
New Insights into Viking Age Economics from Runic Inscriptions - Medievalists.netThe Forsa Ring inscription reveals flexible Viking payment options, marking it as the oldest document on monetary systems in Scandinavia.
New interpretation of runes reveals Viking Age pricingThe Forsa Ring's inscription suggests a flexible Viking monetary system with a new interpretation revealing nuances in payment of fines.
New Insights into Viking Age Economics from Runic Inscriptions - Medievalists.netThe Forsa Ring inscription reveals flexible Viking payment options, marking it as the oldest document on monetary systems in Scandinavia.
New interpretation of runes reveals Viking Age pricingThe Forsa Ring's inscription suggests a flexible Viking monetary system with a new interpretation revealing nuances in payment of fines.