"The Mrstad hoard, discovered in sterdalen, consists of over 3,000 silver coins, making it the largest Viking-era coin hoard ever found in Norway."
"The coins range in date from the 980s to the 1040s, a period marked by Viking raids and the return of treasure to Norway."
"Most of the coins are from England and Germany, with a smaller number from Denmark and Norway, including pieces minted by notable rulers."
"The hoard was likely deposited around 1047, coinciding with the establishment of a national mint in Norway by Harald Hardrada."
A hoard of more than 3,000 silver coins, the largest Viking-era find in Norway, was discovered in sterdalen. This unprecedented find surpasses previous hoards, with the second largest containing 1,849 coins. The coins, dating from the 980s to the 1040s, were found by metal detectorists in a cultivated field. Most coins are from England and Germany, with some Danish and Norwegian coins. The hoard, named the Mrstad hoard, was likely deposited around 1047, marking a significant transition in Norway's currency system.
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