Korsfibler af Råhedetypen – En upåagtet fibeltype fra ældre vikingetid
Claus Feveile
Crucialform fibulas of Råhede typeAn overlooked fibula type from the Early Viking AgeMetal-detector archaeology has had astonishing consequences for our understanding of, in particular, metal artefacts Late Iron Age. Completely new types have turned up, regional differences others become evident, unique specimen after seen light day, while other stereotypically been found time and again.In Denmark Norway, a number cruciform found, particularly during last five years (figs. 1-2). The great majority these are metal-detector finds with no associated context or date, but few excavations graves (no. 3) market places (nos. 1 17). To there 18-19 known examples, which half Southern Jutland clear emphasis area close to Ribe. There is single example Kaupang Norway whereas, surprisingly, none at Haithabu Schleswig, despite frequent surveys here recent years. Surprisingly, because normally similarity between find Ribe area.Cruciform modelled on Carolingian brooches 9th century, should doubtless be perceived as locally manufactured ornaments Christian symbolism dating middle late century. Accordingly, they an important factor discussion when, how where Christianity made its breakthrough Denmark.Claus FeveileMuseum Sønderjylland
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