For the Weaver of Love and Fate
At the intersection of Norse myth and timeless devotion lies this Yggdrasil-entwined heart, where the World Tree’s cosmic roots merge with the hjarta (Old Norse “heart”)—a symbol not of medieval romance, but of the Norns’ binding of destiny at Urðarbrunnr (Well of Fate). While Viking-age artifacts rarely depict hearts, this design reimagines the sacred tree’s role as the axis of life, its branches cradling the óskasteinar (wish-stones) of ancestral vows. Forged using techniques from Gotland’s 10th-century silversmiths, the ring’s sterling silver echoes the Oseberg ship’s ceremonial adornments, its heart motif channeling the lifeblood of Yggdrasil itself.
Features
- Urðarbrunnr’s Embrace – Heart-shaped frame mirrors the Well of Fate, where the Norns weave destinies
- Yggdrasil’s Resilience – 925 sterling silver withstands Midgard’s trials like Thor’s hammer defies decay
- Einherjar Adaptability – Adjustable band molds to fingers 6–9 (US) like Yggdrasil’s pliant roots
- Hypoallergenic Craft – Nickel-free alloy guards sensitive húð (skin), worthy of Freyja’s touch
- Seiðr-Etched Branches – Laser-carved bark rivals Gotland picture stone precision (0.2mm depth)
Materials
925 sterling silver (oxidized antique finish)
Electroplated rhodium guard against tarnish
Size Details
Adjustable band fits US sizes 6–9 (16.5–20.6mm). Band width: 0.3 inches (8mm). Weight: 0.35 oz (10g). 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 included vaðmál cloth; avoid Njörðr’s storms (saltwater). Store in the gifted oak skrin (box) between vows.
