In Sweden, a treasure of 20,000 medieval coins has been found: details of the discovery.

According to inkorr.com: Near Stockholm, Sweden, an incredible silver treasure has been discovered, which may contain up to 20,000 coins, as well as rings and other decorations from the early Middle Ages. Experts consider this find to be one of the largest in the country's history. This is reported by 'Glavkom,' citing Live Science.

The treasure was discovered by a man who was looking for worms near his summer residence. According to the Administrative Council of Stockholm County, the total weight of the find, which was hidden in an almost destroyed copper cauldron, is about six kilograms.

12th Century Treasure

Preliminary analyses show that most of the coins date back to the 12th century. Among them, coins with the inscription 'Kanutus' were found, indicating their minting during the reign of Swedish King Canute Eriksson (1173-1195). Rare 'bishop's coins,' depicting a bishop with a pastoral staff, are of particular value.

'This is likely one of the largest silver treasures from the early Middle Ages found in Sweden. We assume that the number of coins may exceed twenty thousand,' remarked Sofia Andersson, an antiquarian of the Administrative Council.

Lin Annerbek, director of the Medieval Museum in Stockholm, emphasized that this find is absolutely unique for a region that was officially founded later - in 1252.

Historians speculate that such a large hiding may have emerged during a 'restless time' at the end of the 12th century, amid military actions and the colonization of Finland. Experts believe that the treasure, consisting of silver and decorations, is a hidden family wealth that its owners sought to preserve.

According to Swedish Cultural Heritage Law, a person who discovers an ancient silver treasure is obliged to report it to the state and offer it for purchase. The Administrative Council of Stockholm County confirmed that the finder acted quite correctly, and now the National Heritage Board will determine what compensation the man will receive.

This unique silver treasure has become a discovery that opens new horizons in the study of Sweden's history. Archaeologists and historians hope that detailed analysis of the find will provide more insights into the socio-economic and cultural aspects of life at that time. Meanwhile, the issue of redemption and compensation for the finder underscores the importance of preserving cultural heritage.