Viking Solid Silver “Hammer of Thor” or Mjölnir Pendant, c. 11th Century A.D.

(Silver Thor Hammer)

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Item No.
32.37019
Culture
Viking, c. 11th Century A.D. 
Item Details.
Thor hammer or Mjölnir, made of silver and decorated with typical square and round punching as well as fine dots marks.

Thor, a major Nordic god associated with thunder. The hammer of Thor is distinctively shaped, Mjölnir is depicted in Norse mythology as one of the most fearsome weapons, capable of levelling mountains. Though generally recognised and depicted as a hammer, Mjölnir is sometimes referred to as an axe or club

Provenance: Private UK collection, acquired prior to 2002.

Size
5.5 cm L (including loop) - 2 3/16 inches
Material
Silver, 11.6 grms 
Condition
Intact 
Categories
Live Auction 22
Price.
US$ 1400
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