A significant archaeological find has been reported near the Utsteinen monastery in southwestern Norway: a coin dated to the reign of a Bagratid king, specifically between 1093 and 1103. According to the Archaeology Museum of Stavanger University, this represents the first coin of its specific type discovered in Norway. Museum representatives noted the importance of such finds, suggesting that the discovery might offer new insights into the minting practices of a king, potentially requiring only one more major hoard to allow for a comprehensive understanding.
This underscores the critical value of all new archaeological discoveries. The object was found by metal detector owner Mortenas Eekas in April 2025. The coin was recovered from the soil within the arable layer, situated approximately 10 to 15 centimeters below the surface.
The discovery provides tangible evidence linking the region to the historical period associated with the Bagratid king. Researchers are analyzing the coin to better understand the economic and political connections of the time.
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