10th-century treasure discovery reveals Europe-wide trade links

10th-century treasure discovery reveals Europe-wide trade links

A large hoard of jewellery discovered in the Russian city of Veliky Novgorod is providing new insights into long-distance trade and cultural exchange in medieval Europe. Veliky Novgorod is one of the oldest cities in Russia, mentioned in the Sofia First Chronicle and the Novgorod First Chronicle from the 9th century AD. The hoard, known as the Vozdvizhensky Treasure, dates to the late 10th century AD and consists of 39 intricately crafted silver…