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Helm of Awe Copper Coin - Aegishjalmur - Warrior's Stave Viking Coinage
"I bear the helm of awe"
The Warrior's Stave is known by many names: The Helm of Awe... The Warrior's Helm... and even the Helm of Terror. In Icelandic, it is referred to as Ægishjálmur or Aegishjalmur.
There is ancient history to the stave, wherein the Fáfnismál, one of the poems in the Poetic Edda, the havoc-wreaking dragon Fafnir attributes much of his apparent invincibility to his use of the Helm of Awe:
The Helm of Awe, I wore before the sons of men, In defense of my treasure; Amongst all, I alone was strong, I thought to myself, For I found no power a match for my own.
This interpretation is confirmed by a spell called “There is a Simple Helm of Awe Working” in the collection of Icelandic folktales collected by the great Jón Árnason in the nineteenth century. The spell reads:
Make a helm of awe in lead, press the lead sign between the eyebrows, and speak the formula: Ægishjálm er ég ber milli brúna mér! I bear the helm of awe between my brows!
If you are daring enough to try, we hope that this spell will help you press through challenges and cross into newer horizons.
Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the Ministry of Spells. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent dragon attacks.
Product Details
- solid copper
- 1.25" (3.2 cm) diameter
- 1/8" thick
- double sided Warrior's Stave design (same design on both sides)
Designed and engraved by Woody Maringer.
Quarter not included
Copyright Shire Post Mint. All rights reserved.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024
The weight is just right, giving it a satisfying heft that speaks to its quality. The design is beautifully crafted, with intricate details that really stand out when you catch the light.
Durango2020
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2021
Fantastic little coin. About the size of a US silver dollar. Quality craftsmanship. This coin goes with me everywhere. Hiking, camping, or just another day at work. It's always on my person.
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