Archaeologists Discover Rare Roman Helmet and Weapon Trove in Denmark

The 1,600-year-old artifacts, including the only Roman helmet ever found in Denmark, were likely buried as part of ritual offerings tied to Iron Age elite warriors.

• Fragments of a Roman helmet, including a neck plate and cheek plate, were unearthed at Løsning Søndermark, Denmark, marking the first such discovery in the country.
• The helmet dates back to the 4th century and is considered exceptionally rare, with similar finds previously documented only in southern Sweden and Schleswig.
• A collection of over 100 weapons, including spearheads, swords, lances, and chainmail, was also discovered, believed to have been buried as part of post-battle rituals or sacrificial ceremonies.
• The artifacts were found in the postholes of two houses, with evidence suggesting they were deposited during the construction and demolition phases of the structures.
• Researchers suggest the helmet and weapons may have belonged to an elite warrior or chieftain, potentially indicating connections to the Roman Empire through local warriors or looted spoils of war.

3 Articles

ARTnews The Independent Sci.News