Archaeologists in Denmark found what they suggest was a weapon sacrifice during a routine excavation

Excavations near Hedensted, Denmark, during the expansion of a highway revealed several “well-preserved” ancient artifacts from the Iron Age that appeared to have been deliberately buried thousands of years ago.

During the excavations in Løsning Søndermark by the Vejle Museum archaeologists, many things were found.

Archaeologists suggest that the weapons found were buried by the chief as an offering to a higher power, according to a report from the museum released on Nov. 22.

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The weapons date back to the Iron Age, according to a press release. The large amount of artefacts found would have been enough to equip a small army.

“From the first research, we knew this would be extraordinary, but the excavation exceeded all our expectations. The large number of weapons is amazing, but what interests me the most is the view they give of the social structure and daily life. Of the Iron Age we suddenly feel very close to the people who lived here 1,500 years ago,” Elias Witte Thomasen, archaeologist Elias Witte Thomasen. again The excavation leader at Vejle Musuems said about the discovery.

Among the items found at the site were 119 javelins and spears, eight swords, five knives, three arrows, one axe, bridles, fragments of a bag, fragments of at least two oaths and several bronze and metal objects that were not made. identified yet, according to a press release.

One hundred and nineteen spears were among the items found at the site. (Old Museums)

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Another important item found on the site was “very rare” mail.

A type of armor worn by knights and men of war, made by sewing metal rings into cloth or leather, according to Britannica.

This type of protection took a lot of effort and access to specialized resources to create, making it an expensive piece reserved for the elite.

Ancient artefacts were unearthed during excavations at Løsning Søndermark in Denmark. (Old Museums)

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Additionally, there were fragments of two bronze neck rings at the site.

Rare, precious objects discovered in the area point to the power and influence the chief had.

Analysis of the material found during the excavation is ongoing, according to a press release.

Fragments of at least two oaths were found by archaeologists at the site. (Old Museums)

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Some artifacts may be displayed as early as 2025 at the Vejle Cultural Museum.