Silvered Bronze Fibula, Kilkenny FilterSteel Járngreipr (Old Norse: iron grippers)

Járngreipr (Old Norse: iron grippers) are the iron gloves of the god Thor

the Einherjar are warriors who died in battle and are brought to Valhalla by Valkyries

Thickness: 5 mm - can be used for pendants

acted as his spies and informers

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Silvered Bronze Fibula, Kilkenny FilterSteel Járngreipr (Old Norse: iron grippers)A detailed, high quality Viking fibula dated to the early 900s. Crafted from silver plated bronze, it is based on a find from Kilkenny in Ireland where Vikings visited frequently. These large brooches were used to fasten cloaks, furs and other heavy garments. Silver plating larger bronze jewelry was a common practice during the Viking Age. Size: 60 x 70 cm (2. 3 x 2. 75") Pin: 90 mm (3. 5") Material: Silver plated Bronze