{"product_id":"vikings-helm-of-awe-symbol-with-elder-futhark-runes-bronze-pendant","title":"Helm of Awe Pendant with Elder Futhark Runes – Bronze \u0026 Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA handmade Helm of Awe (Ægishjálmur) pendant circled by Elder Futhark runes, cast in your choice of bronze or 925 sterling silver.\u003c\/strong\u003e At just 7 g (0.24 oz), it is a light, easy-to-wear protection piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: bronze or 925 sterling silver (select at checkout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7 g \/ 0.24 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Helm of Awe stave surrounded by Elder Futhark runes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn honest note on the symbol: the Helm of Awe is an Icelandic magical stave recorded in manuscripts from centuries after the Viking Age, where it is described as a charm for protection and courage — it has not been found on Viking-Age artifacts. The runes ringing it are the Elder Futhark, the oldest runic alphabet. Decode them yourself with our free \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/rune-translator\"\u003erune translator\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse more protective designs in our \u003ca href=\"\/de\/collections\/viking-jewelry\"\u003eViking jewelry collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Helm of Awe symbol mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Helm of Awe (Ægishjálmur) is an Icelandic magical stave described in manuscripts written after the Viking Age as a charm for protection and courage, said to instill fear in enemies. It is worn today as a symbol of protection and inner strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Helm of Awe a real Viking symbol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot exactly — and we believe in being honest about this. The stave as we know it comes from later Icelandic manuscripts, not from Viking-Age archaeological finds. It belongs to Icelandic folk-magic tradition inspired by the Norse world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this Helm of Awe pendant made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between two materials: bronze or 925 sterling silver. Both versions are handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does this pendant weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pendant weighs about 7 g (0.24 oz), so it is light enough for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this pendant ship worldwide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — we ship worldwide with tracked shipping, and orders over $129 ship free automatically at checkout. Unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingWorkshopCom","offers":[{"title":"Bronze","offer_id":39404075712597,"sku":"CB062","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"925 Sterling Silver","offer_id":39404075745365,"sku":"CB062","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/products\/vikings-helm-of-awe-symbol-with-elder-futhark-runes-bronze-pendant-545339.jpg?v=1623113419","url":"https:\/\/vikingsbrand.co\/de\/products\/vikings-helm-of-awe-symbol-with-elder-futhark-runes-bronze-pendant","provider":"VikingsBrand™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}