1,000-Year-Old Viking Coin Hoard Discovered on Isle of Man

Metal detectorists uncover a rare collection of silver coins, shedding light on Viking trade and economy.

The treasure, found by John Crowe and David O'Hare, includes 36 silver coins minted between 1000 and 1065 AD.
Coins from the reigns of English kings Edward the Confessor, Aethelred II, and Canute were identified.
The hoard also features Irish coins from Dublin, showing King Sihtric Silkbeard, a Norse ruler of Dublin.
Historians believe the coins were abandoned around 1070, reflecting the vibrant trade routes of the era.
This discovery enhances understanding of the Viking Age economy on the Isle of Man, known for its rich Viking history.