A heavy storm on the Baltic coast of Poland led metal detectorists Jacek Ukowski and Katarzyna Herdzik to uncover a beautifully decorated Early Iron Age dagger. The dagger, 24.2 cm long, features intricate engravings and potentially links to a solar cult. Director Grzegorz Kurka emphasized its remarkable craftsmanship, suggesting it may have been produced in southern Europe. The artifact was turned over to the Kamien Land History Museum for safekeeping and reflects significant metallurgical skill indicative of the period's artistry.
The craftsmanship indicates remarkable metallurgical skill, which suggests that the dagger may have been produced in a southern European workshop.
The dagger, decorated with intricate engravings, is 24.2 cm long and reflects artistry from the Early Iron Age Hallstatt period, showcasing both ritual and warrior uses.
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