1,300-Year-Old Gold Hoard Found Near Dutch Village Hints at Pagan Rituals

A 1,300-year-old gold and silver hoard near Hezingen, Netherlands, suggests an ancient pagan worship site. Researchers found coins, jewellery and relics possibly used in religious offerings. Geochemical analysis indicates animal sacrifices, while architectural findings suggest ritual structures. The discovery sheds light on early medieval Europe’s religious shift and …