Product description
This Viking pendant shows an image of a troll cross. The origin of the troll cross (Swedish: Trollkors) is highly controversial. Since there is virtually no archaeological evidence for it, there is much speculation and uncertainty as to whether or not it is a genuine symbol from the Viking Age or the Middle Ages. The troll cross probably goes back to an ancient custom that is widespread in large parts of Scandinavia. It is said that iron troll crosses were placed over front doors, windows and barn doors to protect people, livestock and homes from cunning trolls, evil magic, ghosts, diseases and all kinds of other dangers. Due to its shape, the troll cross is sometimes associated with the Odal rune Othala from the older Futhark alphabet, which represents ownership and inheritance - but there are no verifiable sources for this hypothesis. There are therefore no archaeological sources that the troll cross was worn as jewelry in the (early) Middle Ages, but for modern Vikings it is an important sign. In Germanic-neo-pagan circles (including Ásatrú), the troll cross is today a popular protective amulet.
Details:
Material: bronze
Dimensions: 3,40 cm × 2,30 cm
Delivered excluding necklace
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 25 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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