Overview
- The copper cauldron held about 6 kilograms of silver, with several thousand coins possibly totaling up to 20,000.
- Items include rings, pendants and pearls, and most pieces are in notably good condition despite the degraded container.
- Many coins date to the 12th century, including pieces inscribed “KANUTUS” linked to King Knut Eriksson’s reign.
- The hoard contains several bishop’s coins that depict a bishop holding a crozier.
- Archaeologists are documenting the find as authorities keep the site confidential, and the County Administrative Board will report it to the National Heritage Board for a possible redemption payment to the finder.