In an extraordinary display of historical significance, volunteer archaeologists in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have uncovered three remarkable finds from the past, as announced by the State Office for Culture and Monument Preservation (LAKD) on Wednesday. These treasures include seven Bronze Age swords, a hoard of 6,000 silver coins from the 11th century, and a unique treasure trove with a reliquary container, also dating back to the 11th century.
Culture Minister Bettina Martin praised the efforts of the region’s volunteer archaeological preservationists during the presentation of the finds. With around 250 active volunteers and an equal number undergoing training, Martin emphasized their crucial role in safeguarding Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania‘s cultural heritage. She expressed her gratitude, noting that these significant discoveries were possible thanks to their dedication.
The 3,000-year-old swords found in fragments in Mirow. (Mecklenburg Ministry of Culture)
Bronze Age Swords of the Germanic Region
The seven swords, found in fragments near Mirow in the Mecklenburg Lake District, are believed to have resurfaced during a trench dredging operation and scattered over a larger area with the dredged material. The volunteers meticulously located the individual fragments, allowing for almost complete reconstruction of the swords.
Experts suggest that these swords were likely submerged in the lowlands as consecration or sacrificial offerings. This discovery marks the largest collection of
