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Figure 2: This image shows an assortment of metalwork made by the Vikings.
Introduction to Metallurgy
Introduction to Metallurgy
Metallurgy is the process of metalworking and molding metals into useful objects as well as its part in being vital to the Viking communities from trade, weapons, jewelry, and so much more.
Figure 3 (Assortment of metals): This image shows various pieces of metalwork uncovered from ancient Viking sites.
Figure 4 (Viking swords): This image shows numerous viking swords.
How does metallurgy work?
How does metallurgy work?
Metallurgy works by extracting metals from their former ores and then melting them into liquid. After this, the metal is either poured into a mold or carved using special tools. Metallurgy is used to make tools and weapons stronger. This allowed the Vikings to worry less about protecting themselves and worry more about developing other inventions such as the longboat, literature, etc.
What impact did metallurgy have on the Viking civilization?
What impact did metallurgy have on the Viking civilization?
Metallurgy impacted the Viking civilization since it allowed them to protect themselves more effectively due to having access to stronger weapons made from metal. It also impacted the civilization since it allowed the vikings to be more creative in terms of the way they design decorative objects such as jewelry, artifacts for sacred rituals, ect. These objects were so durable they were able to last decades and some even centuries.
Figure 5: This image shows a few pieces of Viking metalwork that have been found over time. It also shows the many ways that metallurgy impacted the Viking civilization.
What impact did metallurgy have on other civilizations nearby?
What impact did metallurgy have on other civilizations nearby?
Metallurgy impacted other civilizations in many different ways. One example is how these beautiful pieces of metalwork became decorative masterpieces that represented status. The objects were simple such as pendants, brooches, and much more decorative status bearing artworks. The process of metallurgy was also used to create various currencies which were utilized during commerce and trade which helped Vikings exchange items with other countries.
Figure 6: This image shows a map of ancient viking trading routes which is how their craft of metallurgy may have spread over time.
Figure 7: This image shows a group of Vikings holding numerous items that have been made using metallurgy.
What made this invention historically important?
What made this invention historically important?
The purpose of metallurgy was to make weapons and tools more durable as well as make decorative metalworks. The reason this invention is so historically important is because it innovated and altered the way Vikings live their everyday lives. It allowed them to uncover new possibilities and discover new ideas. As well as the fact that it made them a stronger civilization since they could now explore new aspects of metallurgy. This innovation is arguably the most important invention in Viking history since it allowed them to make all their items, tools, and even weapons more durable. This invention helped them uncover a new age in history. As well as making their community stronger as a whole since they developed and defined their metalworking techniques in less than a century which is very short amount of time for such a large and impactful innovation. Some may even say that this innovation was the backbone of their society
How have metallurgy objects been used for sacred rituals?
How have metallurgy objects been used for sacred rituals?
In ancient history vikings have held many sacred rituals and 'magical spells'. These rituals could be held in many different places such as around a campfire, in a tent, etc. The bottom line is that many of the objects that they use for these rituals have been made using the process of metallurgy. These beautiful pieces of metalwork are sacred to their community and this shows that while metallurgy does make weapons stronger it also affects the Vikings ceremonial and personal aspect on life. These items may be in families for generations becoming prized possessions for many.
Figure 8: This is one of the Vikings many sacred/magical items.
Figure 9: This is an image of ancient viking pendants and one of them is suspected to be a cross or Thor's hammer.
Figure 10: This image shows an example of modern day metalworking.
Hungry for more? Check out these additional websites below!!!
This source incorporates many different aspects of Viking artworks some of which being metal.
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This website highlights a team of researchers who have been evaluating many different pieces of Viking metalworks to inference what types of metals they used.
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This website includes information about Vikings and their different artifacts that have been found.
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Creator - Fern
Curator - Peter
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