A Danish archaeology student discovered seven Viking-era silver arm rings near Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, highlighting the area’s significance as a Viking hub.

The rings, found by 22-year-old Gustav Bruunsgaard, date back to around 800 CE.

Some of the rings have ties to Viking settlements in present-day Russia and Ukraine, while others are typical of southern Scandinavia and England.

The total weight of the rings exceeds 500 grams, reflecting their value in Viking society as currency and symbols of wealth, NBC News has reported.

The find was announced by the Moesgaard Museum, known for its archaeological collections, including the well-preserved Iron Age Grauballe Man.

Written by B.C. Begley