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Metal detectors in Norway recently I found an impressive description A statue of Jesus Christ standing in a grassy field. A golden figure dating back about 1,000 years.
Hobbyist Kim Erik Dybvik discovered the artifact on November 1 in a field in the coastal town of Åndalsnes, about 420 miles northwest of Oslo.
This statuette dates from around 1100 AD and was discovered on All Saints Day, a Christian holy day that honors all martyrs and saints.
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Photos from the time of the discovery show a weathered statuette depicting Jesus on the cross, with remnants of gold plating and fine details on the torso.
Dyvvik told Fox News Digital that he became interested in metal detecting as a child living on a remote island in Norway, where his father worked as a lighthouse keeper.
Metal detectorists in Norway recently discovered this impressive statue of Jesus Christ in a grassy meadow. This is a golden statue that dates back about 1,000 years. (Kim Eric Dybvik)
“The fact that this island is volcanic in origin aroused my curiosity about what kind of rare stones lie underground and whether it is possible to find gold there,” he recalled.
Dybvik wanted to be an archaeologist as a child, he said, but ultimately pursued a career in the medical field. But he still spends his free time searching for treasure and living out his childhood dream. All over Norway.
Dyvvik said he teamed up with a fellow metal detectorist named Warren Schmidt, an American expatriate, and traveled across Norway in search of the treasure. Before discovering this statuette on November 1st, the two discovered a number of other artifacts.
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“it was very windy The wind was so strong that sometimes we had trouble standing up, ”Dybvik recalled.
“But we persevered. … We found 78 buttons, several coins, buckles, medieval weights, and many common finds.”
“So many thoughts and emotions were running through me.”
The star finder showed up after sunset, just as the two had packed up and were ready to go home.
“Warren was almost close to the car and I was a little behind when suddenly I received a strong signal from the detector,” Dybvik said. “A strong signal usually indicates a large object, but it’s often not a good sign. It could easily turn into trash.”
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“I bent down and beneath the surface he appeared to me – I saw Jesus with straight eyes. ”
Dybvik said he was “completely stunned” at the time.
Metal detectorist Kim Erik Dybvik discovered the medieval figure on November 1 while searching near Åndalsnes on a windy day. (Kim Eric Dybvik)
“Hundreds of thoughts were running through my head,” he said. “I quickly dismissed the idea that it could be modern. I recognized the vestiges of medieval style and gilding.”
She added, “I carefully put it down and ran to Warren and said, ‘I want to share this moment with you, but I might have just made it.’ my best discovery ever. ” Warren was also completely shocked. ”
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Dybvik said the situation was “magical and poetic” and that he had experienced it himself. glimpse of divinity.
“The wind was blowing and I could see in the background a few hundred meters away the hill where the old church once stood,” he said.
The artifact was immediately reported to the Norwegian authorities, as is required for items dated before 1537. (Kim Eric Dybvik)
“So many thoughts and emotions were running through me.”
The detectorist immediately called an expert and reported his findings. In Norway, all objects are From before 1537 Must be reported to the authorities.
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This artifact was examined by field archaeologist Aaron Johnston. Dybvik noted that preservation is currently underway under the supervision of county archaeologist Christopher Dahl.
The detectorist had found Viking-era artifacts in the past, including old silver coins, but said the Jesus figurine was “unprecedented” in the area.
Dyvvik has previously unearthed Viking artifacts, including the silver coin shown above, but said the Jesus figurine was unlike anything he had seen before. (Kim Eric Dybvik)
“I don’t think anything like this has ever been found in this form in Norway before,” he said.
As for the figure’s future, Dybvik said he hopes the figure will eventually be put on display. It is on display for others to see.
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“That’s why I’m passionate about this: to make sure that part of our cultural heritage contributes to a clearer understanding of who we are and where we come from,” he said.
