Trevor’s Penny, passionate about magnet fishing, set off on a mission along the River Cherwell in Oxfordshire, England, in November 2023. Trevor tossed his magnet into the sea with the hopes of finding hidden treasure. Even after discovering minor results, such as metal bits, Trevor’s search continued.
Magnet fisher Trevor Penny recently found this Viking sword dating from 850 AD.
As he cast his magnet, something significant caught on it. Trevor’s magnet snagged on an object that turned out to be a long, rusty sword with a handle and blade. Excited about his find, Trevor shared pictures on a magnet fishing Facebook group, calling it his “best-ever find!”
Viking Era Discovery:
Initially believing the sword to be medieval, Trevor contacted an Oxfordshire County Council expert for further evaluation. Moreover, Experts later confirmed the sword originated from the Viking era, dating between 850 and 975 AD!
The Viking sword found by Mr. Penny is confirmed to be safe with Oxford Museum services. It will either remain in Witney, the location of the discovery or be exhibited in a museum.
This discovery sheds light on a period of Viking raids on Anglo-Saxon England. During the late 9th century, Vikings targeted locations like the Lindisfarne abbey. Their relentless raids brought fear to coastal towns as they expanded their control.
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By 871, Viking victories over Mercia, East Anglia, and Northumbria granted them control over a significant portion of northern and eastern England. Their influence on the region continued for many years, even leaving their mark on the English language through adopted Viking words. Interestingly, some English people today even have Viking ancestry, highlighting the lasting impact of the Vikings in England.
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