Håkon Roland

Håkon Roland is a Professor of Numismatics and Classical Archaeology at the Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo. His academic roles span teaching, research, and leadership, including Head of Department (2017-2018) and Head of Section (2014-2016). He is affiliated with interdisciplinary projects like CULTcrime - Cultural Heritage Crime Network and Housing Heritage.

• Educational Background: Dr. philos. (Classical Archaeology, UiO, 2002); Mag.Art. (Numismatics and Monetary History, UiO, 1994); Cand.Mag. (Ancient History, UiO, 1989).

Roland's research focuses on the intersection of money, politics, and religion, particularly in antiquity and medieval Europe. He explores:

• Coinage as a sociopolitical tool in ancient Greek and Byzantine societies
• Monetary use in sacred spaces, comparing early Greek city-states, Byzantine cities, and Norwegian medieval churches
• Illicit trade in cultural objects, including governance frameworks and repatriation processes
• Urbanization patterns through archaeological fieldwork in the Mediterranean (Pompeii, Kos, Metropolis)

His 15 most recent publications and projects emphasize monetary systems in religious contexts, cultural heritage crime, and digital heritage preservation, with a geographic focus on Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

• Scientific Awards: Kraay Scholarship, University of Oxford (1995)

Roland collaborates with law enforcement agencies, directorates, and ministries on cultural heritage legislation and serves in editorial boards like Nordic Numismatic Journal. His work bridges archaeology, sociology, and policy studies.