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Rune stone (U 1016)
Rune stone from Fjuckby, Uppland (U 1016).
According to theSamnordisk runtextdatabasthe inscription reads:
§P * liutr : sturimaþr * riti : stain : þinsa : aftir : sunu * sina : sa hit : aki : sims uti furs : sturþ(i) *…
Nidhug Replica Viking Touring Ship
The Nidhug is a 16 meter replica Viking ship, constructed in 1998 at Bramsnæs in the Roskilde Fjord by participants in an unemployment scheme, and is loosely based on the Gokstad ship in Norway. It is hired out as an excursion ship, and whilst it…
The Oseberg Ship
The Oseberg ship is on display at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. It was found in a grave mound at Oseberg in Norway with the remains of two women, and with a large amount of grave goods.
Tags: Burial Mound, Bygdøy, Grave goods, Modern, Norge, Norway, Oseberg, Oslo, Seafaring, Ships, Viking Age, Vikingtid
Building the Sea Stallion from Glendalough
This article discusses the process of building Havhingsten / The Sea Stallion.
Tags: Modern, Reconstruction, Sea Stallion, Seafaring, Ship building, Ships
Vikings Voyagers exhibition at Falmouth featuring PAS finds.
This exhibition is a partnership with the British Museum, featuring some stunning Viking objects and highlighting the importance of Cornwall to the Vikings. It's a very hands on, family friendly exhibition and runs until January 2017. A selection of…
Viking ship seen in Lofoten, Norway
A reconstructed Viking ship in Lofoten, Norway. The design appears to be based on the Gokstad ship.
Tags: Gokstad ship, Lofoten, Lofotr, Norge, Norway, Reconstruction, Sailing, Seafaring, Ships
Northlink Ferry in Lerwick, Shetland
Photo of Northlink Ferries in Lerwick, Shetland. Their logo features a pointing Viking with flowing hair and a horned helmet. Northlink operates between Scotland and the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.
Tags: Artwork, Branding, Commercial, Ferries, Graphics, Heritage, Horned Helmets, Legacy, Logo, Misconceptions, Modern, Reception, Scotland, Shetland, Ships, Viking warrior, vikings
Viking-style ship at Bjørgvin Viking Market
Visitors to the Viking market take trips on a Viking-style ship
Viking ship at Bjørgvin Viking Market
A Viking ship prepares to unload tourists and take more on
M/V Thor Magni in Cork Harbour
M/V Thor Magni, a research/survey vessel, belonging to Thor Offshore which works with the oil industry. The company name is a direct reference to the Norse god Thor and is derived from "Hósvík", which means Thor's creek, where the company is based…
The Oseberg Ship viewed from the Stem
The Oseberg ship is on display at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. It was found in a grave mound at Oseberg in Norway with the remains of two women, and with a large amount of grave goods. These photos show it from the stem.
The Oseberg Ship viewed from the stern
The Oseberg ship is on display at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. It was found in a grave mound at Oseberg in Norway with the remains of two women, and with a large amount of grave goods. These photos show it from the stern.
Detail of the Stem Ornament on the Oseberg Ship
Detail of the stem ornament on the Oseberg Ship, showing the intricate carving.
Oars on the Oseberg Ship
Oars from the Oseberg ship in situ in their holders.
Detail of the Stern Ornament on the Oseberg Ship
Detail of the stern ornament on the Oseberg Ship, showing the intricate carving.
Professor Gustafson's Diaries from the Oseberg Excavation
The Oseberg mound was excavated in 1904. The excavation was led by Gabriel Gustafson who ensured that the excavation was properly documented. These photos are of his diaries and notebooks related to the excavation.
The Tune Ship
The Tune ship has not survived as well as the Gokstad and Oseberg ships, with which it shares the Vikingskipshuset. However, it appears to have been a faster, sea-going vessel that could have outsailed both. It is not a cargo ship, because it does…