Description
About the Ægishjálmur (Helm of Awe):
Presented in stark simplicity and deep, powerful lines, Celtic Leatherworks offers this classic Ægishjálmur in our Norse Magical Stave series. Ritualistic in nature, Magical Staves were used by men and women in Viking cultures for a variety of purposes. Some served as general protective icons, intended as a form of visual prayer. Others were more specialized in intent and function and covered topics from the extraordinary (to make oneself invisible) to the mundane (favorable weather for fishing).
Though the Ægishjálmur ur was first mentioned in the Poetic Eddas, no extant contemporary example has been identified. However, the tradition of the Helm of Awe remained a key feature of Norse culture for centuries.
Functionality:
To attach a sporran flap to one of our leather sporrans, fasten the flap to the back top of the bag by way of the heavy-duty snaps. Fasten the flap closed by using the leather cord to loop over the concho or clasp on the flap.
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