A family in Norway accidentally discovered a Viking treasure about 1,200 years old when they used a metal detector to find a dropped earring.
The treasure includes two gold-plated bronze pins, believed to have belonged to a Viking noblewoman.This is the first discovery from the Viking period on the island of Jomfruland in Norway, which was believed to be inhabited by Vikings at the time.The artifacts feature intricate carvings of animals as well as geometric patterns, all made from bronze and plated with gold.Archaeologists are conducting research to determine whether the site needs excavation.Viking graves are not uncommon, and there have been more than 3,000 found in Norway.This ancient tomb is being studied by scientists to better understand the Viking era in Norway and its significance.This is an important discovery and has great value in discovering and understanding more about the culture and history of the Vikings in the Nordic region.