been believed that Viking Age hoards were deposited in times of danger or war. In the case of the Molnby Hoard there are however no signs of violence in connection to the hoard. The silver deposit may also have been buried for use in the afterlife. Such burials of items are known from the Sagas of Icelanders. References Viking treasure troves Coins Archaeological discoveries in Sweden Viking Age in Sweden 2016 archaeological discoveries 2016 in Sweden