{"product_id":"runic-circle-pendant","title":"Norse Pewter Pendant Necklace - Runic Circle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erunic circle necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e arranges Norse runic characters around the rim of a small pewter disc. The letters run edge to edge in an unbroken ring. The layout echoes the way runes once appeared on memorial stones and calendar staves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing this pendant puts an ancient writing system on view. Runes were carved into wood, bone, and stone across Northern Europe for over a thousand years. People used them for names and short messages. They also served as protective charms as much as for record-keeping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: fine lead-free pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 7\/8 in L x 7\/8 in W x 1\/8 in D, 1 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCord: 33 in black cord, knot the ends to adjust length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: legend description card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit: unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: ODN-158\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/vikings-norsemen-collection\"\u003eVikings and Norsemen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Runes Were Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe runic alphabets, called futharks, changed over centuries and regions, but their core use stayed consistent. Norse and other Germanic peoples carved runes on memorial stones and household tools. They also used calendar sticks marked with runes, and turned to the letters for divination and charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Circle as a Symbol of Wholeness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArranging runes in a closed ring turns individual letters into a single unified sign. A circle of runes suggests protection surrounding the wearer. Each character reinforces the ones beside it rather than standing alone, building a sense of completeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing With Other Norse Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pendant pairs well with a Mjolnir or Helm of Awe piece from the same pewter line. Norse wearers commonly combined several small charms on one cord, a habit this collection makes easy to recreate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling and Wearing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder an inch across, this pewter pendant hangs close to the collarbone on its 33 in cord. It is an easy addition to any Norse or rune-themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the pendant with a dry cloth after wear. Store it away from moisture to keep the pewter from dulling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Runes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRunes - Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Elder_Futhark\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eElder Futhark - Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.worldhistory.org\/Norse_Mythology\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNorse mythology - World History Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nirvana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43861778923633,"sku":"ODN-158","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/ODN-158-runic-circle-1-1080sqr.jpg?v=1787088522","url":"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/products\/runic-circle-pendant","provider":"Museumize.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}