Russian archaeologists deciphered ancient runic inscriptions on artifacts found in Novgorod. They found that some dating back to 1160-1170 belonged to Scandinavians, not Hanseatic traders. This discovery helps to better understand the early history of the German court in Novgorod, with whom Gotland and Novgorod merchants had long-standing commercial ties.
Scandinavian runic inscriptions were found on objects created in 1160-1170. These finds are the second known example of runic inscriptions in Novgorod. Archaeologists determined that at least two of these items belonged to Scandinavians on the island of Gotland.
These discoveries confirm that Gotland merchants lived and worked in the German Palace in Novgorod from its foundation. This also indicates the existence of long-standing commercial relations between Novgorod and Gotland, which adds interest to the history of this period.
International trade relations played an important role in the prosperity of Novgorod in the Middle Ages, including trading partners from Gotland. Deciphered runic inscriptions shed light on the origin of this foreign trade center and confirm the longstanding ties between the two regions.
Source: Ferra
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