Dillingen: What women really wore 1000 years ago!

Dillingen: What women really wore 1000 years ago!

What did fashion-conscious women wear in the Dillinger region over 1000 years ago? Anna Zimmermann from the University of Freiburg recently answered this question when she presented her research results on fibulae found in the region. The historical jewelry that served as fasteners for coats is a fascinating testimony to the Alemanni who settled in villages such as Wittislingen, Oberdillingen, Aislingen, Steinheim and Schretzheim in the 6th and 7th centuries. According to the Augsburg General Around 630 burial sites were examined during archaeological excavations at a cemetery west of Schretzheim. Finds such as swords, combs and, above all, the impressive brooches give researchers deep insights into the lifestyles and social status of the residents at the time.

The brooches, made of gold-plated silver and decorated with garnet inlets, are interpreted by experts as socio-historical indicators. “The quality of the brooches says a lot about the social status of the deceased and their families,” explains Zimmermann, who presented her results at the Dillinger Colleg. She was supported by museum director Jörg Roller and curator Robert Eberlein, who are responsible for the presentation of these important artifacts.

The importance of research work

Zimmermann's research not only reveals technical details about the production of the brooches, but also illuminates topics such as places of manufacture and influences of Christianization, which were important at the time of change in Alemanni society. “We bring light into the dark corners of history and give the finds a voice again,” said Arnold Schromm, who thanked Zimmermann for her dedicated research.

While the finds are historically invaluable, they are also a vivid example of the artistry and sense of style of the time. The artifacts can be admired in the Dillingen City and Bishopric Museum and can be viewed there on Sundays and Wednesdays.

A look at other archaeological treasures

If you're interested in history and archeology, that's fine too Brandenburg State Archaeological Museum placed close to heart. Finds from the Stone Age to the Middle Ages are exhibited here. In the old Paulik Monastery, which was built between 1286 and 1400, you can find multimedia stations that offer exciting insights into different eras. It is a setting that not only brings history to life, but is also understandable for children and adults.

In this context, the relevance of archaeological finds becomes clear once again. They help us understand how societies have developed over the centuries and how they have lived, worked and mourned. Every find tells its own story.

In addition, young talents can find themselves on the platform Math Playground and sharpen their decision-making and spatial awareness skills through games like Run. A nice contrast to the fascination for history, which shows how important it is to integrate knowledge of past times into modern education.

Anna Zimmermann's research and the finds from the Dillinger region show how lively, complex and fascinating our history is. It makes sense of our region's cultural roots and opens windows to an exciting past.