Viking Solid Silver ÒHammer of ThorÓ or Mjšlnir
Viking Solid Silver ÒHammer of ThorÓ or Mjšlnir Pendant,
c. 11th Century A.D.
Thor hammer or Mjšlnir, made of silver and decorated with typical punched triangles.
Thor, a major Nordic god associated with thunder. The hammer of Thor is distinctively shaped, Mjšlnir is depicted in Norse mythology as one of the most fearsome weapons, capable of levelling mountains. Though generally recognised and depicted as a hammer, Mjšlnir 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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Viking Solid Silver ÒHammer of ThorÓ or Mjšlnir Pendant,
c. 11th Century A.D.
Thor hammer or Mjšlnir, made of silver and decorated with typical punched triangles.
Thor, a major Nordic god associated with thunder. The hammer of Thor is distinctively shaped, Mjšlnir is depicted in Norse mythology as one of the most fearsome weapons, capable of levelling mountains. Though generally recognised and depicted as a hammer, Mjšlnir 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
Condition Report: Intact
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