romersdal thors hammer with ring Drinkhoorns Early medieval people in western

Early medieval people in western Europe

Brooches like this were worn from North to South Europe by both men and women

” the blade of this axe extends into a beard

It is made of leather

The helmet is a replica of a 6th-century original found in Belgrade (Serbia)

romersdal thors hammer with ring Drinkhoorns Early medieval people in westernThis Thors hammer is a replica of a silver original found in Rmersdal. The hammer is the symbol for Thor, the god of thunder. He was seen as the highest god of the Vikings by mainly peasants and warriors. According to the mythology Thors hammer was forged by the dwarf Brokk and when it was thrown it never missed its target. This bronze replica measures 5,0 x 3,5 cm and weighs approx. 6,3 g.