The late 12th century was a turbulent period for medieval Sweden. Swedish forces were actively attempting to colonize regions of Finland, creating widespread instability and conflict. Lin Annerbäck, ...

Archaeologists have revealed a rare medieval cult site, dated to the 7th century, replete with gold and silver offerings, a study reports. Well-excavated cult sites are key to understanding changing ...

The artifacts, which were buried in a copper cauldron, include coins imprinted with "Kanutus," a reference to Swedish king ...

Excavation of wattle fencing at the Spoutmouth site, Glasgow, Scotland. GLASGOW, SCOTLAND—BBC News reports that traces of ...

Archaeologists have discovered more than $318,000 worth of gold and silver coins believed to have been used by pagans as “devil’s money” at a rare Medieval worship site in the Netherlands. A dig near ...

The medieval remains of a 15-year-old girl reveal that she was buried face down and with bound ankles at the edge of a settlement. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

The iconic Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most picturesque spots in Scotland and has even appeared in Hollywood films.

Beneath a city square in the English city of Leicester, archaeologists have discovered a Roman infant burial, remnants of ...

Archaeologists have discovered a "unique" ancient Roman drinking vessel mysteriously embedded in an Anglo-Saxon burial from the early 6th century A.D. The burial is one of 49 that were interred ...

The pieces include 11 rings and two medallions, and based on the shapes, designs and construction, Higgins believe they likely date to the medieval time period. However, they are likely from a region ...

An archaeology team uncovers pottery and well-preserved wooden posts and fencing at a site in the Gallowgate area.

Students at a Vancouver university will analyse the designs and materials with a view to identifying where and when the items ...