Description
A handmade 925 sterling silver shield pendant bearing the ouroboros — the serpent devouring its own tail — set with a gem. At 20 g (0.7 oz), this is a substantial statement piece with real weight in the hand.
Details
- Handmade item
- Material: 925 sterling silver
- Weight: 20 g / 0.7 oz
- Design: shield form with ouroboros serpent and a set gem
The ouroboros — a serpent biting its own tail — is an ancient emblem of eternity and endless renewal. In the Norse world it calls to mind Jörmungandr, the Midgard Serpent, who encircles the world grasping its own tail. Paired with a shield, it reads as a protective symbol of endurance. Find more handmade pieces in our Viking jewelry collection, or read about serpents and other motifs in our guide to Norse mythology symbols and meanings.
What you're getting
Symbol meaning
The stave and its story, researched from the Eddas and the sagas, it ships on a card in the box, not a marketing myth.
Craftsmanship & materials
Solid stock only, 925 silver, bronze, stainless steel, oak and real horn. Hand-finished and inspected. No plated pot metal.
What's included
- The piece itself
- A protective pouch or sheath
- A card explaining the symbol
- Care & warranty card
Gift-ready packaging
Arrives ready to give with tracked worldwide delivery, a gift that carries meaning, not just a price tag.
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