Helm of Awe Drinking Horn (Black Ink) - Copper rim - 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: 900- 1.3 L (Approx)
Helm or Awe (Black Ink)
Handcrafted in the U.K
Beeswax lined
Copper knotwork horn rim,

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

Our horns come without a stand unless specified otherwise. All our stands are made exclusively for Horns of Odin by our U.K based blacksmith and can be found in the "horn accessories" section.

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

Helm of Awe Drinking Horn (Black Ink)- Copper rim - A Grade