The Helm of Awe, also known as Aegishjalmur, was a potent symbol of courage and protection among the Vikings.

The Vikings believed that their runic alphabet could do more than just describe the world.

In the proper hands, it could also be used to shape the world.

The sagas are full of stories of heroes using the runes to change the world to their will.

Some of the accumulated knowledge of the Vikings about the use of the runes has been preserved in a series of Icelandic grimoires.

Prominent in these magical texts are staves, that combine a number of runes to magical effect.

The Helm of Awe is one of the symbols preserved in those books.

Viking warriors would draw the symbol on their foreheads before going into battle.

It would give them the courage to face their enemies and also call down the protection of Odin for the battle ahead.

If fate meant that they were struck down, the symbol would also help ensure that they found their way to Valhalla, warrior heaven.

Invoke this powerful symbol of courage and protection for yourself with this striking sterling silver ring.

It features the Helm of Awe on the signet, set on a wood-look ring. This is a reference to Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life, in which the Norse universe sat.

Color : Silver   Weight : 17g