A significant Viking-era treasure was uncovered in the garden of a home in Rebild, a commune in northern Denmark. The discovery was made by an unnamed resident while they were digging to construct a terrace. The treasure includes around 700 items, such as ingots, jewelry, silver fragments, 47 whole or broken coins, and a small hammer of Thor, a symbol often associated with protection in Nordic cultures. About 320 of these items were found inside a clay container, while the rest were located nearby. The treasure weighs over 18.5 kilograms of silver and is considered the largest Viking silver treasure ever found in Denmark, nearly three times the size of the previous record. Among the items were two Anglo-Saxon pennies minted during the reign of Edward the Elder, between 899 and 924, which help date the treasure to the 10th century. The discovery also included several Islamic coins, as well as a silver bar with a runic inscription that may read "hutu," possibly a name or a mark of ownership. These coins suggest that Vikings were engaged in extensive trade networks that connected Denmark not only to Europe but also to regions further east. In Norway, a family made a major archaeological discovery in their garden while searching for a lost earring. They uncovered Viking brooches that are approximately 1,200 years old, potentially rewriting the history of the island of Jomfruland. The significance of this find lies in understanding the Viking presence in this remote area and why the treasure was buried. Possible locations for the burial include near a Viking village, along an ancient road, or in a secluded spot. However, modern urban development in the area makes further excavations difficult. The discovery in Denmark has generated interest among researchers, who emphasize that the treasure reflects the role of money as both a symbol of wealth and a means of trade during the Viking era. Torben Sarauw, head of cultural heritage at the museums of Northern Jutland, compared the treasure to a "safe" from the Viking era, highlighting its importance as a concentrated collection of valuable items. The treasure is now being evaluated by the National Museum of Denmark to determine its historical significance and future display.