Viking Solid Silver Hammer of Thor or Mjolnir Pendant
Viking Solid Silver "Hammer of Thor" or Mjolnir Pendant,
c. 11th Century A.D.
Thor hammer or Mjolnir, made of silver and decorated with typical punched triangles.
Thor, a major Nordic god associated with thunder. The hammer of Thor is distinctively shaped, Mjolnir is depicted in Norse mythology as one of the most fearsome weapons, capable of levelling mountains. Though generally recognised and depicted as a hammer, Mjolnir is sometimes referred to as an axe or club.
Size:5.3 cm L (excluding loop) - 2 1/8 inches
Material:Silver, 7.1 grms
Culture:Viking, c. 11th Century A.D.
Provenance: Private East European collection, acquired prior to 2000.
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Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity Dimensions: Condition Report: Intact
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Viking Solid Silver "Hammer of Thor" or Mjolnir Pendant,
c. 11th Century A.D.
Thor hammer or Mjolnir, made of silver and decorated with typical punched triangles.
Thor, a major Nordic god associated with thunder. The hammer of Thor is distinctively shaped, Mjolnir is depicted in Norse mythology as one of the most fearsome weapons, capable of levelling mountains. Though generally recognised and depicted as a hammer, Mjolnir is sometimes referred to as an axe or club.
Size:5.3 cm L (excluding loop) - 2 1/8 inches
Material:Silver, 7.1 grms
Culture:Viking, c. 11th Century A.D.
Provenance: Private East European collection, acquired prior to 2000.
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Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity Dimensions: Condition Report: Intact
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