The rune and its history
The ancient Germanic tribes referred to their characters as runes, although only a small elite of scribes used them. The oldest inscription known today is dated to the period 150 - 200 A.D. These characters had multiple uses. Runes were individual letters, groups of letters or even numbers. The best known tradition today is the rune as a magical symbol (concept rune), as it already existed at that time.
Initially, literature, liturgy, history and law were passed down orally - later in Latin script. A written culture with runes only developed in high medieval Scandinavia as Latin script became more widespread. But only to a limited extent and in the form of an everyday script. It never attained the status of a fully-fledged book and document script. Runes were mainly used for inscriptions commemorating the deceased or special events, for consecrating or gifting objects, as ownership information and as coin inscriptions. Many artisans then added a personal rune to their work so that the artist could be recognized.
The piece of jewelry
The protective rune pendant is carefully crafted with an eye for detail and shines in silver. It is shown to its best advantage on the long leather strap. It adorns its wearer with a traditional motif from the Viking era and can be worn long or short.
- Material: pewter
- incl. black strap
- Supplied with jewelry packaging
- Dimensions: Width 29 x length 24 mm
- Pendant from the Viking era
- including jewelry packaging
Jewelry as a lucky charm
Runes were also considered lucky charms in those days. Protective rune amulets were intended to protect their wearers from the influence of evil spirits and enemies. In those days, people gave an amulet with a protective rune primarily to those who were dear to them. A necklace was therefore a preferred gift for family members, very close friends or a lucky charm for a lover or wife.
The amulet was then also worn to protect against all evil and to preserve the good. If the husband went to war, the wife wore the protective rune amulet and hoped that her husband would soon return unharmed. She probably also wore it for her own personal well-being.
A piece of jewelry with personal style
The elegant pendant comes with a leather strap measuring approx. 75 centimetres in length in a jewelry box. Make yourself happy with a beautifully designed piece of jewelry that effectively underlines your personality. Or are you looking for a gift for your girlfriend? She will also be delighted with a loving gift from you.
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Manufacturer information:
Westair Reproductions Ltd
Seeleys Road 17
West Midlands
Birmingham, , B11 2LQ
westair.co.uk
| Material: |
Pewter |
| Period: |
Viking |
| SKU: |
AH10057
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| Shipping weight: |
0,05 kg
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| Item weight: |
0,04 kg
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| Dimensions
( Length × Width ):
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2,90 × 2,40 cm |
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