Does this evidence truly unveil a "medieval New York" of the past? Archaeologist uncovers signs of "Jomesburg," a Viking city, on a Baltic isle. Ancient fortress remains found; skepticism endures.
The site, a grave mound in Karmoy in western Norway, was discovered by archeologist Haakon Shetelig over 100 years ago.
The coins found in the possession of the two men are believed to have been minted between 874CE and 879CE and issued in both Wessex and Mercia.
The coins featured a cross which, according to the museum’s statement, indicated that the coins are from late within King Bluetooth’s rule.
The mystery of the disappearance of Vikings from Greenland has long been the subject of debate. This new study found that sea levels rose due to the Little Ice Age.
The hall likely dates to the last half of the ninth century or the beginning of the 11th century
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