Spillings Hoard, Viking treasure site in Slite, Sweden
The Spillings Hoard is a Viking-era treasure discovered on a farm in Gotland, consisting of multiple silver deposits, bronze objects, and thousands of coins. The items were hidden beneath the floorboards and remained undisturbed for centuries before excavation.
The treasure was buried beneath a farm's floorboards during the 9th century, likely hidden by someone who never returned to retrieve it. Most of the coins originated from distant eastern regions, reflecting how far Viking trade routes extended.
The hoard shows how farming families of that era valued and stored silver coins from distant lands as treasured possessions. These objects reveal long-distance trade connections that shaped daily life and wealth on the island.
The complete collection is displayed at the Gotlands Museum in Visby, where the objects are organized and labeled for viewing. It helps to spend time examining the different coins and silver pieces in detail.
Researchers found that the owners used silver both as currency and as raw material that could be melted down and reshaped. This reveals how silver served a dual purpose in Viking economy and daily life.
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