Ulfberth - Troll Cross Pendant made of Iron

This handcrafted sow. Troll Cross- Pendant made of iron is forged from a single piece. The ends are rolled up and the surface is untreated to maintain its rustic character.

The origin of the Troll Cross (Swedish): Troll cross"), commonly seen as a protective symbol in ancient Scandinavian folklore, is highly controversial". Since there are practically no archaeological evidence, there are many speculations and uncertainties about whether this is actually a genuine symbol from the Viking Age or. "whether it is set in the Middle Ages or not".
The troll cross probably originates from an ancient tradition widely spread in many parts of Scandinavia. It is said that troll crosses made of iron were placed above house doors, windows, and barn doors to protect people, livestock, and houses from cunning trolls, evil magic, spirits, diseases, and all sorts of other dangers. Due to its shape, the Troll Cross is sometimes associated with the Odal Rune Othala from the older Futhark-Alphabet associated with ownership and heritage - but here also lacking any verifiable sources for this hypothesis.

Although the troll cross apparently has a tradition or. a folk belief underlies, its common form today (ring-shaped, with two crossing ends) as well as its use as a jewelry pendant. Amulet or talisman modern inventions. Only at the end of the 19890s did a Swedish blacksmith design a pendant in this shape, which quickly gained great popularity. In Germanic-Neo-Pagan circles (among others). Ásatrú) Today, the iron Troll Cross is a popular protective amulet.

Perhaps this troll cross may not have the historical relevance and authenticity of an ancient Norse Thor's hammer, but it is certainly a fine piece of jewelry. Whether at medieval markets, Viking events, reenactment gatherings, or simply in modern everyday life, men and women can enhance their attire with this beautiful piece of blacksmithing art. And for those who fear trolls, goblins, and other creatures, they can also turn their home into a safe place with some strategically placed troll crosses!

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