Odin / Alfadir Viking Amulet - Traditional Norse Carvings, Moose Antlers Hand-Carved
Odin Viking pendant in traditional Norse carving style - moose antlers hand-carved art piece.
The moose, deer antlers and wood were the most affordable raw materials used to carve and design ornate pieces. A common feature among Viking jewelry were animal designs taken from nature and Norse mythology. Bone jewellery was common among Viking men and women.
Size: 6 cm / 2.36 inches
Material: moose antlers. No animal has been injured, as moose drop their antlers from late March to mid-April.
The Viking god Odin was the main god of the ancient Scandinavian Norse people. He is referred to as all father (Alfadir) because he was considered the father of the gods. Odin is also referred to as Wotan (Old German) or Woden (Anglo-Saxon). He was the wisest of the Norse gods and was known for seeking knowledge.
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* Recommendations for wear and storage: Avoid protracted heat (saunas, baths, direct sunlight), as well as contact with water and household chemicals.