The FORN journal
News & stories
Discoveries, knowledge and news from our community.
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Newly discovered artefacts: handling them with care
A Faroese guide to caring for finds, with help from FORN and its members on identification, possible dating, historical context and sharing discoveries on forn.fo.
A coin from the Viking Age?
A worn coin and a possible trail to Magdeburg around AD 1000. Charles Olsen’s discovery invites a closer look.
A promise in silver and gold
Two hands joined together. A ring found in the Faroes carries an enduring symbol of fidelity.
The Tjørnuvík sword pommel
A small object with a much larger story. A possible trace of the 11th or 12th century, connecting the Faroes with the British Isles.
Record history where you find it
A location, a photograph and a note can make a real difference. Take Fornspor into the field.
A community for our shared history
FORN has been founded, bringing together metal detectorists and everyone interested in archaeology and Faroese heritage.