"Lost Jewelry Leads to Viking Treasure Discovery in Family's Backyard"

A family searching for a lost earring in their backyard on the remote Norwegian island of Jomfruland discovered evidence of a Viking settlement. The family used a metal detector and uncovered various Viking-era artifacts, including intricately engraved brooches. Archaeologists believe the site could be an aristocratic woman's grave from the 9th century. The discovery may provide concrete evidence of Viking inhabitation on the island, although it is uncertain if the site will be excavated due to potential protection as a grave.