A value of about 160 million yen can be attached to the treasure of Viking more than 1000 years ago

Generally called people who lived in the Scandinavian peninsula over 300 years since the 8th centuryVikingIt is said that the treasure that Viking left behind is found, and it is said that it was attached a value of more than 160 million yen.

It is very well preserved and it is clearly understood what it is at a glance.

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Viking silver treasure hoard worth £ 1m unearthed after 1,000 years | Mail Online

The treasure of Viking where this was discovered


The treasure of this Viking was discovered in the town of Harrogate in the state of North Yorkshire, England in January 2007, according to experts one of the seven kingdoms established by the King of Aschelstan, the king of the Anglo-Saxon tribeNorthumbriaIt seems that wealthy Vikings are thought to be buried around the year 927 AD. The treasure was purchased jointly by the British Museum and the Yorkshire Museum, and the total amount was 1,082,000 pounds (about 160 million yen). Among them, it seems that the silver cup has the highest price of 200,000 pounds (about 30 million yen). In addition, 617 coins and rings and other decorative items have been discovered, the historical value seems to be very high.

This is the silver cup with the highest price


Part of 617 coins


The treasure of this Viking will be exhibited at the Yorkshire Museum from September 17th to November 1st and then moved to the British Museum.