Cammin Casket - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cammin_Casket
Metal: sterling silver (925)
Weight: approx. 19 g (0,67 oz)
The Vegvisir, also known as the runic compass or the Icelandic runes/Nordic compass, is an enchanting symbol comprising eight rune staves. It is deeply revered as a representation of protection and guidance, believed to have served as a compass for the Vikings. The Icelandic term "vegvisir" translates to "wayfinder" and "sign post."
Although widely recognized as the Viking compass, associated with the intrepid voyages undertaken by the Vikings during the Viking Age, the true origin of the Vegvisir remains a topic of ongoing debate.
The arrangement of the eight Icelandic rune staves forming the Vegvisir is thought to symbolize both the cardinal directions (North, South, West, East) and the intercardinal directions (Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Southeast).
According to some theories, it is believed that placing a nail precisely at the center of the Vegvisir allowed the Vikings to navigate the seas. By observing the nail's shadow at specific times of the day, they could derive directional information and navigate with greater confidence.
In captivating legends, it is recounted that Icelandic ships would proudly display the Vegvisir, also referred to as the Nordic compass, as a talisman to guide their safe return home.
In contemporary times, the Vegvisir continues to hold significant cultural value as a symbol of Icelandic heritage. It is also embraced by followers of the Asatru faith as a potent symbol of spiritual guidance and personal affiliation.
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