Category: Irish treasures
Amazing artifacts from Ireland
Medieval Ceramic Lamps from Co. Wexford
County Wexford contains an unusual concentration of domestically produced, medieval ceramic lamps, an artefact type which is largely absent from the rest of the country.
An unusual Ogham and Runic inscription from Killaloe, Co. Clare
This circa 11th century cross fragment from Killaloe, Co Clare is highly unusual as it contains two inscriptions, one written in Norse runes and the other in Irish ogham…..
Traditional Irish Farming Tools: Drill/Drag Stones
These distinctive holed stones were once an important part of an Irish farmers tool kit.
Gold ring brooch found near Dingle Co. Kerry
The National Museum of Ireland has announced that a medieval gold ring brooch acquired in 2016 is to be sent…
Viking Age Utensils from Waterford city
This fantastically preserved collection of household utensils was discovered during archaeological excavations in Waterford city. It includes two wooden spoons,…
An Unusual Medieval Grave Marker from Clonmacnoise
A rotary quern stone (hand-mill) for grinding grain which was reused as a grave marker at Clonmacnoise during early medieval…
A Traditional Irish Woven Straw Hen’s Nest
Woven out of plaited straw, this hen’s nest represents an object that was once commonly seen on Irish farms. Typically…
A 12th century dog collar from Waterford city
This rare 12th century dog collar was found by archaeologists working in Waterford city. Fashioned out of bronze, it originally…
Some Early Medieval Grave Slabs at Clonmacnoise
Founded by St. Ciarán in the 6th century AD, Clonmacnoise is one of Ireland’s most famous early monasteries. Its high…
Ornate Irish-type Mount Discovered in Denmark
A beautiful early medieval mount, of insular type, has been discovered in Denmark. Fashioned out of gilt bronze and measuring…
