Fisherman searching for bait finds large medieval treasure in concealed pot
A fortunate individual in Sweden stumbled upon a cauldron brimming with medieval jewelry, rings, and a staggering number of coins, all remarkably well-preserved. This discovery took place in Stockholm County, which has 26 municipalities, as noted in a mid-September statement from the Stockholm County Management Board. The discoverer was reportedly digging for worms—yes, for fishing […]
Fisherman in Sweden discovers almost 20,000 medieval coins in an old treasure stash
Medieval Treasure Unearthed in Sweden A fortunate individual in Sweden stumbled upon a cauldron filled with medieval rings, pendants, and a staggering number of coins, all of which are remarkably well-preserved. This discovery took place in Stockholm County, an area encompassing 26 municipalities, as mentioned in a statement from the Stockholm County Management Board. The […]
12th century castle discovered in Scotland reveals a center of medieval authority
Discovery of a Lost Medieval Castle in Scotland Recently, archaeologists made an exciting find: a castle belonging to a nearly forgotten medieval kingdom, situated on an island in Scotland. The Scottish Antiques Society announced this discovery on September 17, which came after nearly 30 years of exploration. The site, located at Finlaggan in Islay, is […]
Members of a hobbyist group unintentionally find medieval treasures in the forests of Poland
Metal Detector Group Strikes Gold in Poland A group passionate about metal detecting recently embarked on a memorable summer journey through the Polish countryside, leading to an astonishing discovery: a treasure trove of ancient coins and gold. Denar Karis, a metal detection group from the central Polish city of Kalisz, uncovered a pot brimming with […]
Archaeologists amazed by unusual medieval shoes and bags found beneath the city
Excavation in Oslo Reveals Thousands of Leather Artifacts Archaeologists in Oslo have uncovered a treasure trove of leather artifacts that shed light on the city’s medieval history and the fashion of its inhabitants. Recently, these findings were shared by the Norwegian Maritime Museum, with contributions from the Norwegian Institute of Cultural Heritage. Excavations took place […]
Archaeologists discovered thousands of leather items from the medieval period in Oslo, Norway.
Archaeological Finds in Oslo Reveal Medieval Fashion In an exciting discovery, archaeologists in Oslo have uncovered thousands of leather artifacts that provide unique insights into the city’s medieval history and the clothing styles of its inhabitants. The recent findings were shared by the Norwegian Maritime Museum, where experts, alongside teams from the Norwegian Institute of […]
Winchester Cathedral makes its historic medieval deanery available for holiday rentals
Unique Holiday Rental at Winchester Cathedral Winchester Cathedral, a remarkable monument from 1093, is offering a distinctive chance for history enthusiasts to spend a holiday in its historic Deenary residence. Starting in late July, the Tudor-era Deanery, which has been unoccupied since the previous dean left in March 2025, will be available for rent until […]
Ancient medieval castle close to Milan up for sale but requires renovation.
Historic Castle Near Milan is Up for Sale There’s a medieval castle available for purchase not far from one of Italy’s most bustling cities, but it comes with some important considerations. Landriano Castle, listed by International Real Estate, is situated about 15 miles southeast of Milan. This impressive structure, known as Lombardy Castle, dates back […]
How our technology brought medieval fairy tales to life
Reflections on Childhood and Modernity As a child, I was captivated by simple things—airplanes, trains, cars, and of course, books and baseball with friends. But then, as I transitioned to university, my focus shifted toward my iPhone and, well, social media. Looking back, that change feels like a significant mistake. It brought struggles I wasn’t […]
Excavation at the Tower of London reveals medieval skeletons that might belong to plague victims
Archaeologists have recently unearthed ancient skeletons that might belong to victims of the Black Death, located just beneath one of London’s well-visited sites. The news was shared by Historic Royal Palaces (HRP), the entity responsible for overseeing the Tower of London. This discovery was made during spring excavations, the first at the Tower in 30 […]