Name/TitleHavreholm crucifixion cross, The National Museum of Denmark, D 174/2001

About this objectThis small bronze crucifixion cross was discovered in 2000 in Havreholm, Denmark and dates from the mid-10th century. Such crosses, including the earlier ones from Birka [EXH5] and Funen Island [EXH4], show the process of conversion over this period.

Date MadeMid-10th century

PeriodViking

Subject and Association KeywordsArrivals

Subject and Association KeywordsCrosses

Subject and Association DescriptionLearn More: Brink 2012; 'Christianity Comes to Denmark'; 'Adoption of Christianity in Denmark.'; Stacker 2003.

Medium and MaterialsBronze

TechniqueFiligree

Measurements5.5 x 3.9 cm

Credit LineThe National Museum of Denmark.

Object numberEXH3: D 174/2001