[MR] History Blog: Viking Ring with Runic Inscription

[Garth Groff and Sally Sanford]

Noble Friends, especially Vikings,

Today the History Blog is offering a brief piece on an inscribed Viking-era
ring.

The piece dates to between the 8th and 10th centuries. It is made of gilded
silver, and has a mysterious runic inscription. Because of missing
characters (and context) there are a number of possible meanings. Surviving
inscribed Viking rings are quite rare in England, so this item has special
significance.

The ring, or . . . uh . . . bling, was found in Linconshire by a metal
detectorist in 2024. It has just been declared as treasure, and will now be
valued.

The story and illustrations are at
https://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/75775 .

Yours Aye,

Mungo Napier, Laird of Mallard Lodge  🦆
Continuing a crusade to keep the original Merry Rose relevant and in
business.