The Vikings were a warrior race. They came from the Nordic countries of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Fierce warriors and excellent traders they were also a sea-going race. Though the Vikings were very tough people Viking jewelry reflects their artistic and soft nature. The Vikings also used jewelry as money. It was therefore quite common for the Vikings to break their jewelry for the shortfall while trading. Since gold and silver meant power and wealth to them antique jewelry from the Viking era generally comprised of brooches, neck-rings and arm-rings in these metals. Though artistically carved Viking jewelry is generally chunky in appearance. However, some filigree work is seen in antique jewellery of the Vikings as in the Knottet Pattern earrings and earrings with Runes in sterling silver. The Viking Hammered Cuff Bracelet will give you an idea of the Viking desire to own wealth in the form of jewelry.
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