The ’Govan Warrior’ discovered at Govan Old churchyard on 16th September 2023. Credit: Govan Heritage Trust
The 'Govan Warrior' discovered at Govan Old churchyard on 16th September 2023. Credit: Govan Heritage Trust An archaeological dig at Govan Old Churchyard led by the University of Glasgow's Professor Stephen Driscoll and Clyde Archaeology revealed a remarkable new find: an early medieval carved stone of a warrior figure. An archaeological dig at Govan Old Churchyard led by the University of Glasgow's Professor Stephen Driscoll and Clyde Archaeology revealed a remarkable new find: an early medieval carved stone of a warrior figure, quite unlike any others discovered at this ancient site, which is celebrated for the richness of its Viking-age sculpture. The stone portrays a man side-on carrying a round shield and a shaft over their shoulder. The man is probably carrying either a sword or a spear and can be described as a warrior. While much of the warrior's face has been damaged since it was carved over a thousand years ago, remarkable details suggest a flowing ponytail and a sharply pointed beard. Govan Old is the home of the Govan Stones museum, which contains one of the finest collections of early medieval and Viking-age sculpture in Europe.
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