For the Modern-Day Shieldmaiden
In Norse sagas, Valkyries like Brynhildr and goddesses such as Freyja wielded power over life, death, and destiny, guiding warriors to Valhalla while weaving fates at Urðarbrunnr (Well of Fate). This pendant channels their legacy, its design echoing the Nornir (Fate Weavers) who carved destinies into Yggdrasil’s roots. Forged in 316L stainless steel using techniques inspired by Viking smiðir (blacksmiths), the necklace honors the indomitable spirit of Norse women who ruled fjords and battlefields alike.
Features
- Valkyrja’s Vigil – Symbolic pendant channels Freyja’s seiðr (sorcery) and Valkyries’ divine authority
- Midgard-proof steel – 316L alloy defies tarnish like Thor’s hammer repels decay
- Chain of the Fated – 17.7-inch (45cm) link chain adapts to layering or solo prominence
- Hypoallergenic craft – Nickel-free guard for sensitive háls (neck), worthy of Sif’s grace
- Rune-etched resilience – Geometric motifs mirror Gotland’s 10th-century picture stones
Materials
Surgical-grade 316L stainless steel pendant and chain
Electrochemical anti-tarnish polish
Size Details
Chain length: 17.7 inches (45cm). Pendant: 1.2 x 0.8 inches (30 x 20mm). Skald’s note: Hand-forging may cause ≤0.1mm (0.004 in) textural variations – hallmarks of dvergr (dwarf) craft, not flaws.
Care Instructions
Polish with a vaðmál (woolen) cloth; avoid Njörðr’s storms (harsh chemicals). Store in a dry skrin (box) between quests.
