Viking Odin Raven Hair Beard Comb

For collectors and everyday wearers alike: this Viking hair and beard comb features the abstract face of Odin with his ravens, Huginn and Muninn, Thought and Memory, in an ancient bronze patina.

Odin, pronounced "OH-din", translates to "Master of Ecstasy". Odin is the ruler of the Aesir Gods in Asgard. He tirelessly seeks knowledge and is willing to sacrifice anything to gain it. Odin is a war god but is also known as a poetic god and a great practitioner of shamanism.

Hugin and Munin (pronounced "HOO-gin" and "MOO-nin"; Old Norse Huginn and Muninn) are two ravens who help the god Odin.

Ravens were of great significance to the Vikings and revered as a sign from the Gods when they appeared. Odin had two ravens named Hugin and Munin (Old Norse Huginn and Muninn) The names come from the words hugr and munr which translates to "Thought" and "Memory"

Material: zinc alloy - lighter and comfortable for hair or beard wear. Not 316L stainless; chosen for weight and detail in hair accessories and brooches.

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

Dimensions:
Measures 3 3/4 x 1 1/2"

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