Sunday, August 7, 2016

Tiny Odin Amulet found in Denmark

A metal detectorist on the Danish island of Lolland found this tiny amulet, the size of a fingernail. Although it is somewhat abstract it probably represents Odin in his high seat, with his ravens behind him.

Compare this larger example from Lejre.

Via the History Blog.

1 comment:

  1. I'm not really seeing the design. To me it just looks like some kind of buckle or fastener, and the "ravens" just seem like prongs meant to help hold a cord or similar in place. But then, I'm a complete layman, so...

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