Penrith Hoard, Viking silver collection at British Museum, England
The Penrith Hoard contains silver penannular brooches and various artifacts discovered at Flusco Pike on Newbiggin Moor in multiple findings from 1785 to 1989.
The initial discovery occurred in 1785 when a small boy found a large thistle brooch in an area already known as the Silver Field, suggesting earlier undocumented findings.
The collection demonstrates the evolution of Celtic brooch designs into Viking styles, reflecting the integration of different metalworking traditions in medieval Britain.
Visitors can examine the complete collection of Viking brooches, coins, ingots, and jewelry pieces in dedicated displays at the British Museum.
The hoard includes brooches with runic inscriptions and specialized thistle designs that reveal connections between Viking settlers and local populations during the 10th century.
Location: Penrith
GPS coordinates: 54.65000,-2.57800
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:21
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