Vinland Map Analysis and Discoveries

Randall Rosenfeld, an expert in medieval manuscripts, explores the Vinland map's history. Initially, the map was paired with the Tartar Relation, a 13th-century document, but the British Library doubted their connection. The map was later offered to Yale University, where Lawrence Whitten discovered matching bookworm holes in the documents, suggesting authenticity. Yale's team analyzed the map, finding a 15th-century watermark, further supporting its genuineness. This analysis opens new possibilities for understanding the map's historical significance.

Who is Randall Rosenfeld?

• A modern art dealer

• A medieval manuscript expert

• A 13th-century explorer

• A British Library curator

What was the initial reaction of the British Library to the Vinland Map?

• They were suspicious and declined to buy it

• They immediately authenticated it

• They were eager to purchase it

• They displayed it in a public exhibition

Where did the Vinland Map end up after being offered in the US?

• Harvard University

• The Library of Congress

• Yale University

• The Smithsonian Institution

What significant discovery did Lawrence Whitten make about the documents?

• They were from different centuries

• They were all forgeries

• They had matching wormholes

• They were written by the same author

What convinced a benefactor to fund the purchase of the Vinland Map for Yale?

• The map's artistic value

• The matching wormholes

• The map's historical accuracy

• The map's connection to the Tartar Relation

How long did the team of scholars work on decoding the Vinland Map?

• Six months

• One year

• Four years

• Two years

What was Randall Rosenfeld's role in the analysis of the Vinland Map?

• He discovered the map

• He was the lead scholar

• He was a financial backer

• He studied the Yale group's work

What key clue was found on the Vinland Map that helped date it?

• A unique drawing style

• A watermark on the parchment

• A signature of the author

• A specific type of ink

What does the watermark on the Vinland Map suggest?

• It was created in the 20th century

• It was a unique artistic piece

• It was produced in the 15th century

• It was a modern forgery

What was the Yale team's main limitation during their analysis?

• Lack of funding

• Inadequate technology

• Limited consultation opportunities

• Insufficient historical knowledge