Axe Vegvisir Sowilo Viking Pendant Necklace 316L Stainless Steel

Bring Vegvisir into everyday wear with this pendant necklace from Norse American Viking - rooted in Vegvisir, the Norse wayfinder often called the Viking compass.

Viking Axe Vegvisir Viking Compass Sowilo stainless steel pendant on a stainless steel chain.

This pendant features Viking Vegvisir compass centered on the axe adorned with Norse knot work and the Sowilo Rune on the bail. The reverse side features the same knot work with a flower motif. The entire pendant has been polished to a mirror shine.

An axe was the most common weapon of choice in the Viking Age and all free men and some women carried an axe at all times to protect their homes, farms, and communities. Axes were typically made of iron and quite plain but some were decorated with copper, silver, and/or gold.

The most famous Viking ax is "Hel", named after the Norse goddess of death (Loki's daughter). This axe belonged to King Magnus of Norway and Denmark who inherited the weapon from his father, Olav Haraldsson of Norway and is also the axe is featured in Norway's coat of arms.

Material: solid 316L stainless steel - durable, water-resistant, and built for everyday wear. Learn why we use 316L at norseamericanviking.com.

From Norse American Viking, a small US shop in Ulster County, NY - stocked and shipped from the USA. Questions? Email info@norseamericanviking.com.

Dimensions:
Pendant height 1 1/2"
Pendant width 1 1/2"
Necklace length is 23 1/2"
All pendant necklaces come with a stainless steel chain.

Care: wipe with a soft cloth; avoid harsh chemicals, bleach, and long soaks in chlorinated pools. Store dry when not wearing.