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Rare English anti-Viking coins found in Denmark reveal an ironic afterlife as Viking jewelry
Key Takeaways
- Two rare Agnus Dei coins minted in England around 1009 were found in Denmark.
- Experts say the Vikings turned the coins into jewelry or amulets.
- The finds highlight how Christian anti-Viking symbols were repurposed in a Viking context.
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