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Top 10 Must-Have Viking Merchandise for Every Enthusiast

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Top 10 Must-Have Viking Merchandise for Every Enthusiast

Vikings, the intrepid seafarers of the medieval era, have long captivated the imaginations of history enthusiasts. The tales of their voyages, craftsmanship, and unique way of life have left an indelible mark on world culture. These top 10 Viking merchandise items are a must-have to connect with the enigmatic world of the Vikings.

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The Role of Jewelry in Viking Culture

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The Role of Jewelry in Viking Culture

History Channel specials and Medieval Christian manuscripts depict Vikings as a singularly ravenous and violent lot, but historical evidence suggests that they were also a highly sophisticated society of artists and artisans. When they weren’t out discovering new continents or reciting complex skaldic verses, the Vikings excelled at woodwork and metalwork. They were great makers and lovers of art, including jewelry.

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A History of Necklaces

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A History of Necklaces

Many people are surprised to learn that the invention of the necklace actually predates the invention of the first writing in Near Eastern civilizations. The earliest known necklaces hail from the Stone Age, making them some 40,000 years old, and they were crafted entirely from natural materials such as vine or animal sinew.

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Vikings Valhalla: A New Series on the Horizon

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Vikings Valhalla: A New Series on the Horizon

If you are one of the many fans who wished that the show Vikings continued pass season six, you might just have your wish soon. Newly released is information about a spin off season called Valhalla coming later in the year 2022.

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Customer Favorite: Wolf Totem Pendant Necklace

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Customer Favorite: Wolf Totem Pendant Necklace

Wolves are known for their keen intelligence, graceful strength, and their unbreakable bond to their family - their pack mates. Wolves live in challenging environments, but still, succeed as apex predators. What qualities do you think are admirable in this animal? Ancient Vikings respected wolves for these enduring qualities and relied on this animal as a sacred totem. Just as wolves hunt in packs and use their intellect to trap much larger prey, Vikings would use clever hunting methods to trap larger prey for their family group. Sometimes ancient Vikings even had encounters with wolves which would have been a...

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