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'He revealed himself to me': Treasure hunter unearths 900-year-old figure of Jesus in windswept field
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TL;DR
- Kim Erik Dybvik, a metal detectorist, found a gilded figurine of Jesus Christ near Åndalsnes, Norway.
- The figurine is estimated to date back to around 1100 A.D.
- The discovery was made on All Saints' Day.
- Dybvik, a hobbyist inspired by childhood curiosity, partnered with fellow detectorist Warren Schmidt for the find.
- The artifact is considered rare and potentially unprecedented for Norway.
- The figurine has been reported to authorities and is currently under conservation.
- Dybvik hopes the artifact will eventually be displayed for public viewing.