Friday, June 6, 2014

The Viking Woman of Revinge, or, How to Wear at Trefoil Brooch

This gilded figure was found by a metal detectorist near Revinge in Denmark. It dates to Viking times, around 800 CE. The most interesting thing about it is the detailed depiction of a noble woman's dress, including trefoil brooch shown at her belt. More at the History Blog.

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