What's New At Viking Shield?
Norman Helm with stand: Made from 18 gauge steel. Weighs about 2.25 lbs. Circumference is about 25 inches and will fit smaller heads. This helmet has a chin strap, liner, and comes with stand.
Armour Class Reinactment Swords: We are now stocking the Armour Class 5 lobe pommel, Cocked hat and Saxon swords with reinactment blade.
Sticklestad Viking Sword: Blade is forged of high carbon steel. Guard and pommel are decorated with copper. Grip is leather covered. Comes with scabbard.
Paul Chen Practical Scramasax: High carbon steel blade. Blunt reinactment edge. Wood grip. Comes with sheath.
Armour Class Scramasax: High carbon steel blade. Blunt reinactment edge. Wood grip.
Thor's Hammer 6: This replica pendant is modeled after an original found near Ribe, Denmark. Replica is made from sterling silver and is approximately 1 5/8" high and 1 1/2" wide. Hammer comes with leather cord necklace.
Holiday Gift Corner
It's time for some fun!
Grab your family for some good old fashion fun! It is the Viking Adventure Game! Learn the history and mythology of the Vikings as you sail your ship to far-off lands, conquering countries and winning treasures. Up to 6 players, of all ages, can play this game at the same time. The game features playing pieces in the form of miniature replicas of real historical ships: the Oseberg, the Fram, the Griffin, the Skuldelev, the Viking and the Kon-Tiki. It also includes decorative treasure chests, Norse coin replicas, playing cards, a treasure map game board and more. Viking Adventures compiles research from dozens of renowned sources to create a fun and memorable learning tool for the entire family.
The Viking Game. Also called Hnefatafl or Kings Table. This game was popular in Northern Europe during the Viking Age. Includes instructions, 37 pieces, and cloth playing board.
Bring a little Viking to the office!
Looking for something to make a statement? Try this Gold Viking Sword Letter Opener. Also available in silver. Modeled after a sword found at Skane in Sweden. 11" overall.
Viking Ship Tie Tack. The perfect gift for tie-wearing Viking enthusiast in your life! Made from sterling (.925) silver and approximately 3/4" long.
Great for the history buff in your life! Try the Viking History Ruler. Typical foot long wooden ruler on front side. Back side displays important events of the Viking Age.
A gift for anyone! The Viking Mouse Pad depicts reproduction from a famous 11th Century French Medieval manuscript.
For the Viking enthusiast!
Young or old- this one is fun! Ignite Viking Mercenary Figure. Very historical 1/6 scale figure of a Viking Mercenary. Highly decorated. Diecast metal armor and weapons. Figure is 12" tall.
Oseberg Longship Model. Model is 13 1/2" Long x 11 1/2" Tall. Comes fully assembled. Cast in resin to capture fine details, this collector quality ship features hand painted accents and hand strung rigging. Includes display base.
Holiday Tidbit
Straw goats are common Christmas decorations in Scandinavia. The tradition can be traced back to the two goats that pulled the wagon of Thor, the powerful Norse god who made thunder and lightning by throwing his hammer in the sky. Many other present day holiday customs have their origin in pre-Christian traditions. For example, the Vikings used to hang branches of mistletoe outside their homes as a sign of peace and a welcome to strangers.
Source: http://skandland.com/xmastrads.htm
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"To a good new year and peace"
Happy Holidays from Viking Shield!