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A Hiker’s Find in Norway Opens a Window on a Sixth-Century Crisis
Archaeologists say a rare gold sword scabbard fitting discovered in southwest Norway was likely buried as a sacrificial offering during a period of famine, plague, and upheaval 1,500 years ago.
Key Takeaways
- A hiker in southwest Norway found a rare sixth-century gold sword scabbard fitting.
- Researchers say the object likely belonged to an elite warrior and was later deliberately sacrificed.
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