Aegishjalmur Wooden Amulet
This eye-catching wooden amulet depicts the ancient Viking symbol Aegishjalmur, the eightfold wheel that Alright
and completion.symbolizes.
The term comes from Old Norse and is composed of the terms aegis and hjalmur, which means
Shield or staff means. The symbol git on the one hand as a lucky charm, on the other hand as a
Protection sign, since its meaning protects from the perception of the enemy, as well as the strength and the
Will of the wearer strengthened.
It has its origins in Icelandic magic and belongs to the so-called Galdrastafirs. They are considered a very simple
yet extremely powerful type of magic. It was usually worn on the forehead between the eyebrows, also
it was also found on pendants or rings. The Viking symbol was considered so powerful that the newly invading
Christian belief banned the symbol and even punished wearing it with death.
Today it is one of the most popular symbols in the Middle Ages, which is why it can be found on any object such as jewellery,
T-shirts, banners, etc.
Material : wood, glass
Dimensions: approx. 35 x 35 mm
