Bildekarusell-ormehodet

This is the original serpent's head from the Oseberg ship, the world's best-preserved Viking ship. The serpent's head was part of the bow at the front of the ship. It has never been displayed in an exhibition before due to its fragile condition. View in a large format.

The copy of the serpent's head is placed on the Oseberg ship, which can be seen when the Viking Ship Museum opens its doors. View in a large format.

The serpent's head can also be seen on the Norwegian 20-kroner coin, a unique representation of Norway's Viking heritage.