Nearly 3,000 silver Viking coins found in Norway

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Nearly 3,000 silver Viking coins found in Norway

A remarkable discovery has been made in Norway. Nearly 3,000 silver coins have been uncovered in a field near Rena, believed to be the largest Viking Age coin hoard ever found in the country.

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Archaeologists working with local detectorists are now exploring the site, hoping to uncover more about the past.

With some coins dating from around the 980s to 1040s, they offer a rare glimpse into Viking-era trade, connections, and the flow of silver during a time of major political change.

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Date: April 30, 2026