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Ruth Garrido Vila

Viking Age, c. 9th–11th Century AD
Material: Silver
Weight: 9.64 g Length: approx. 6.5 cm

This striking silver amulet embodies the protective and empowering symbolism central to Viking Age belief. Expertly crafted with intricate filigree and raised domed elements, the pendant reflects the high level of metalworking skill achieved in the Norse world and the spiritual importance placed upon personal adornment.

The amulet’s vertical form evokes a sacred axis, symbolically linking the human realm with the divine, while the three prominent domed bosses at the base suggest concepts of balance, strength, and cosmic order—themes deeply rooted in Norse mythology. Repeated circular motifs and twisted wire borders reinforce ideas of continuity, eternity, and protection, common features in amulets worn as talismans against misfortune.

Such objects were believed to carry protective and magical qualities, worn close to the body to invoke strength, resilience, and favor from higher powers. More than ornamentation, this amulet would have served as a personal guardian, accompanying its wearer through daily life, travel, and times of uncertainty.

The surface wear and softened details visible today speak to considerable age and long use, lending the piece an authentic presence and a tangible connection to the Viking world. Stylistically and technologically, the amulet is consistent with Viking Age Norse silver jewelry, making it a compelling example of early medieval spiritual expression.

Circa, AD. 9th–11th c.

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