Håga Revisited

New Analyses from the Bronze-Age Håga Megabarrow (Uppsala län) in Sweden

Abstract

Håga Revisited. New Analyses from the Bronze-Age Håga Megabarrow (Uppsala län) in Sweden

Despite its importance, very few studies have been made on the finds from the Håga megamound near Uppsala in Sweden since its excavation in 1902-1903 (Almgren 1905). The barrow, ca. 45 m in diameter and around 7 m high, contained high-prestige objects of gold and bronze. The burial dates from Montelius period IV (1100-900 BC). In a study of 2017-2021, new analyses were undertaken and they are presented here with a special focus on chronology and practices associated with the remains of human and animal bones in the grave. Also, a re-examination of a few artefacts has been carried out.