Helm of Awe Drinking Horn (Gold Ink) - A Grade

Helm of Awe Drinking Horn (Gold Ink) - 250-400ml - A Grade - Ready to Ship

A Grade horns have been expertly handmade–like all our horns–and are in NEW condition, they have been carved with either the incorrect rune (for the original order), name (eg. runes instead of in English) or the order was cancelled before shipping. 

Rather than discard the product, we'd rather it be appreciated as intended. An opportunity to own one of our horns at a great price. There are no refunds or returns on A Grade and lower discounted items. 

• Capacity: 250- 400 ml (Approx)
• Helm or Awe
• Gold ink
• Handcrafted in the U.K
• Beeswax lined

This horn has been hand carved with an image of the Helm of Awe (Ægishjálmr) and coloured with gold ink.

Helm of Awe (Icelandic: Ægishjálmr, Old Norse Œgishjalmr) - The Helm of Awe is one of the most well know, and powerful Norse symbols; and often represents strength and protection. It is believed that warriors would paint the symbol on their foreheads before battle, with the intention of striking fear into the hearts of their opponents.

The arms of the symbol appear to be made up of the rune Algiz, often symbolising protection and prevailing over one's enemies.

In Fáfnismál (Poetic Edda poem), the dragon Fafnir attributes much of his power and apparent invincibility to the "Helm of Awe", a physical object that Sigurd takes from the dragon's lair after he slays Fafnir in the Volsunga Saga (Saga of the Volsungs).

The Helm of Awe

I wore before the sons of men

In defence of my treasure;

Amongst all, I alone was strong,

I thought to myself,

For I found no power a match for my own.

Fáfnismál: Stanza 16

All our horn products are handmade in our Yorkshire-based workshop. All horns arrive in their completely natural state. We then sand, polish and line the inside of each individual piece. All designs are drawn on and carved entirely by hand.

The inside of the horn has been extensively cleaned and then lined using food-grade beeswax. We try to keep everything as authentic and organic as possible, which is why we opt for a deodorized beeswax lining rather than a polyurethane one. Because we use natural wax, the horn isn't suitable for hot drinks. All drinking horns and mugs come with a set of care instructions.

Any customs fees that may occur with items sent to Europe are payable by the customer.