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Posted on 05/06/2025 3:55:19 AM PDT by SunkenCiv
Recent discoveries from a treasure hoard unearthed in Thetford Forest, East Anglia, reveal compelling evidence that the region remained pagan until the 5th century CE, a significant extension beyond the previously established timeline of the late 4th century (380-390s CE).
This finding not only reshapes our understanding of Thetford's religious landscape but also highlights the enduring cultural practices that persisted well into the post-Roman era.
Recent research has re-evaluated the timeline of the Thetford hoard, suggesting that this significant treasure was buried in the 5th century CE, specifically during the 420s to 440s, which marks a notable shift from the previously accepted date of the late 4th century, specifically the 380s to 390s...
The Thetford treasure, discovered in 1979 by a metal detectorist at a construction site on Fison's Way in Thetford Forest, East Anglia, consists of 81 objects, including 22 gold finger rings, various gold jewelry pieces, and 36 silver spoons or strainers. Notably, the absence of coins among the recovered items has posed a challenge for researchers attempting to date the hoard. However, the internal associations among the artifacts—considering their technological, compositional, and stylistic features—support the new dating proposed by Professor Swift.
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The article doesn’t give any details to explain why these artifacts indicate continued “paganism” or identify Thetford as a “cult centre.” The only fact mentioned is that the items seem to have stylistic elements that are similar to those of continental European artifacts from a considerable distance. They don’t explain why that is relevant to the “paganism” thesis, rather than simply indicative of long-distance trade in elite artifacts, duh.
The workmanship, even by today’s standards, is beautiful.
Wholeheartedly agree. And the state of preservation is remarkable, although there probably was some work done as and after the research took place.
Perhaps paganism is suspected because of the complete lack of any religious artifacts, like crosses or religious medals. On the other hand if these pieces were secreted for security purposes and existing danger, perhaps the people would have kept their religious artifacts, whether pagan or Christian, on their persons to ensure safety by God’s aid.
Can you imagine finding such beautiful treasures while metal detecting?
There’s some logic in that. Thank you for thinking of a rationale!
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