2023-09-07 15:29:02
An amateur archaeologist made a sensational discovery in Norway using a metal detector: As the University of Stavanger announced on Thursday, Erlend Bore came across an ancient, 1,500-year-old gold treasure. Curious: The Norwegian bought the detector primarily so that he could move more.
“At first I thought they were pieces of chocolate,” Erlend Bore said of the earth-encrusted gold treasure, according to the statement. The fact that he discovered such valuable pieces from ancient times was “totally unreal” for him. His find consists of nine medallions and gold beads, which together would make a magnificent necklace. The treasure also includes three gold rings. The golden pieces of jewelry weigh a total of a good 100 grams. Hobby archaeologist wanted to move more in the fresh air. Bore discovered the treasure on a farmer’s property at the end of August. The 50-year-old Norwegian, who wanted to be an archaeologist as a child, bought a metal detector to motivate himself to exercise more in the fresh air. He followed the advice of his doctor and his physiotherapist.University of Stavanger: “This is the gold find of the century.”Bore was about to put the detector away when it hit the side of a hill. What he found next took his breath away. “This is the gold discovery of the century in Norway,” said the head of the archaeological museum at the University of Stavanger, Ole Madsen. “It’s extremely rare to find so much gold in one go.” The last comparable find in Norway dates back to the 19th century. Bore’s gold treasure is also special because of the motif on the medallions. It is a kind of horse from Norse mythology. Archeology professor Hakon Reiersen explained that the location of the treasure and the comparison with similar finds suggested that it was either “valuable pieces that were hidden or a gift to the gods in turbulent times.” The reward has not yet been determined. For his important discovery, Bore will not only be rewarded in spirit. According to the law in Norway, he and the owner of the found property should receive a reward. However, the amount has yet to be determined.
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