What did Vikings do with their takings after raids? Media often shows Viking raids setting off from somewhat desolate places in Scandinavia and then making off with huge hauls of gold from lush looking lands in the west. What happened to all that gold/wealth when they got home?

There is always more room to discuss (and I'm willing to take up follow-up questions from OP probably by tomorrow), but FAQ section of this subreddit, titled as 'Viking Loot and Viking Economics' has some answers to similar questions by /u/sagathain, /u/textandtrowel, /u/Steelcan909, and me: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/wiki/darkages#wiki_the_norse_and_the_vikings