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Professionally refurbished with the pure silver overlay restored and on modern Sterling silver \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e‰۝åÊ\u003c\/span\u003eneck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43650424471795,"sku":"B2392","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B2392B.png?v=1676654211"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-900-1050-ad-4","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE C.900-1050 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust under 7\/8” height plus the suspension loop. The heart in its fully developed form with the base indented and the broad edges forming the cusp and continuing as a pentafoil, variant of the popular foliate trefoil.  The foliate trefoil was a very popular motif for Viking hearts, though rarely embellished to five as here. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the warrior. It is said that Hrungnir, with whom Thor dueled (assisted by a sorceress), had a heart of stone Professionally refurbished with pure silver surface suspended from an 18” sterling silver neck chain for modern wear.  Jewelry gift boxed for giving with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43765283913971,"sku":"B2387","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B2387A.png?v=1683746295"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-850-1050-ad-16-wr","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE C.850-1050 AD","description":"Classic heart form. Small size 0.51” width, just over ½”. Domed shape with the heart with nubs in the middle, in silhouette. Made without further detail. The surface is worn from use and lightly textured from burial. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on a gilt \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” \u003c\/span\u003eneck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43772996681971,"sku":"B4086","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B4086A.png?v=1684183068"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-900-1050-ad","title":"FINE VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE 900-1050 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver 1\/2” height plus the loop.  Rare variation with the entire heart comprising a trefoil. That figure was a Viking favorite but usually used as a decorative element rather than defining the form as here. The cusped form of the heart is interpretive and iconic. The uncusped naturalistic form was popular as well and both forms are used profusely in Nordic literature. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Excellent preservation and professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored on an 18” Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43775306301683,"sku":"B3398","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B3398B.png?v=1684354526"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-900-1050-ad-3","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.900-1050 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnder 3\/4\" height plus the suspension loop. The heart of archaic or natural form with rounded top, superimposed on a saltire represented as nubs at the quarter points. A well known motif. Made by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on an 18” gilt neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43833865797875,"sku":"B5676","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B5676A.png?v=1689098210"},{"product_id":"classic-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-9th-10th-century-ad-2-je","title":"CLASSIC VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 9TH-10TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust over 3\/4” width. Broad heart with rolled edge, bottom nub and raised central heart of naturalistic (uncusped) form. A heart within a heart!  Surface quite worn from use and burial. Made by the open face mold process. The foliate trefoil was a very popular motif for Viking hearts. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, attributes of the warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored for contemporary wear on an 18” modern Sterling silver neck chain. Gift boxed with a certification of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43839140987123,"sku":"B1793","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B1793A.png?v=1689692608"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-necklace-10th-11th-century-ad","title":"VIKING HEART NECKLACE, 10th-11th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSilvered bronze. Just under 5\/8\" width. Elegant, broad form of low domed section with slight medial ridge and delineated bottom point. Made by the open face mold technique. The surface lightly textured from burial. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the silver overlay restored and on Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43846512673011,"sku":"C1010","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/UC8512_1cd93cdd-b14e-43c1-9bbf-8d9d3bcb0f91.png?v=1690393338"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-1000-ad-1","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE C.1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eA good example of a particularly intricate form. High relief with a centered naturalistic heart sprouting a beaded surround flanked scrolls forming nubs at the quarter points. A heart within a heart! Over 3\/4” height, made by the open face mold technique. The iconic form in elaborate presentation and intricate detail. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the warrior. It is said that Hrungnir, with whom Thor dueled (assisted by a sorceress), had a heart of stone. A little wear from its period of use 1000 years ago! Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on a gilt neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43919333032179,"sku":"A6209","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/A6209A_2c20cb0d-6f40-44d8-90d3-2fef3923a5be.jpg?v=1696532143"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-950-1050-ad-18","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCharm size. Just ½” height plus the loop. The Viking heart in its fully developed form with a top formed by the scroll terminals of the broad borders which extend into the field forming a trefoil with V or arrowhead base. Substantial with high relief decoration, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Surface textured from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44144769990899,"sku":"B7307","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B7307A.png?v=1702575984"},{"product_id":"medieval-scandinavian-pendant-1-ft","title":"MEDIEVAL SCANDINAVIAN PENDANT","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e12th-13th century AD, the Crusades period. 1 1\/16” (1.06”) height of stylized heart form descended from the Vikings. Bold high relief decoration of addorsed trefoils below scrolling foliage. The trefoil and heart were basic Viking forms used extensively in decoration and combined here in recognition of Viking heritage. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” modern gilt sterling silver neck chain. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.  After conversion to Christianity in the 11th century, Vikings fought valiantly in the Crusades. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44842933289203,"sku":"B8287","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B8287A.png?v=1709580395"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-866-1067-ad-3","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 866-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDanelaw England. Gilt bronze. Over 7\/8” (0.93”) width. Iconic heart form slightly domed with nubs at the quarter points describing a saltire. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored for contemporary wear.  Exceptional condition.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44894298439923,"sku":"B7875","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/products\/B7875A.png?v=1710265174"},{"product_id":"medieval-scandinavian-pendant-c-1100-1300","title":"MEDIEVAL SCANDINAVIAN PENDANT C.1100-1300","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGilt bronze, under 5\/8” (0.57”) height. Floral form with circle and dot extremities. The form approximating the earlier Viking era heart and the terminals suggesting the earlier Wheel of Fortune. As with many, this Christian era pendant is in fact an amulet embracing the earlier Pagan beliefs or superstitions. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored, on a modern gilt neck chain and gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45262297399539,"sku":"B8414","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B8414A.png?v=1711999258"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-866-1067-ad-6","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 866-1067 AD","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDanelaw England. Gilt bronze. Over 3\/4”(0.76”) total height. Broad heart form with pentafoil (five leaf foliate) decoration. Foliate designs were favored by Vikings and incorporated into about half of heart pendants. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear.  Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45609882353907,"sku":"B7492","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B7492A.png?v=1715097999"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-850-1050-ad-45","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE C.850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eElongated form with deeply cusped top and transverse medial bar or nubs. Well rounded section. Over 7\/8” (0.95”) height plus the suspension loop. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Surface textured from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45797243289843,"sku":"B8400","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B8400A.png?v=1717439479"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-850-1050-ad-46","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIconic elongated cusped heart form with extended bottom and nubs to the middle. Line incised describing a trefoil in the field, a favorite Viking theme. About 3\/4” (0.72”) in height plus the loop. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on a gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45992753758451,"sku":"B8748","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B8748A.png?v=1721152813"},{"product_id":"good-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-9th-10th-century-ad-3","title":"GOOD VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 9th-10th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust under ½” (0.47”) height plus the loop. Made by the open mold technique. Early form with uncusped top and domed face. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Excellent. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored and on modern gilt neck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46048170639603,"sku":"A9219","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/A9219A.png?v=1722351952"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-9th-10th-century-ad","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 9th-10th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust over 3\/8” (0.41”) height plus the loop. Made by the open mold technique. Fully developed form with cusped top and domed face. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Excellent. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored and on modern gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46513484464371,"sku":"A7547","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/A7547A.png?v=1733849607"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-11th-12th-century-ad-7","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of an anatomically accurate heart, comprised of paired large swirls with pointed bottom and nubs at the bottom quarter points. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably Viking, with pairs of addorsed circles forming a cross with quartered nubs defining a saltire. The overall profile is clearly a reference to the earlier Viking heart. Slightly under 1” width. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored on an 18” sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46554010222835,"sku":"B5709","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B5709A.png?v=1734547288"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-866-1067-ad-13","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 866-1067 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eDanelaw (Viking) England. Gilt bronze. Over 3\/4” (0.81”) width. Broad heart form, fully cusped with raised edge and trefoil decoration. 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The field with a formalized trefoil or fleur de lis with addorsd scrolls above formed by the terminals of the broad border. Well rounded section, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on a gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46646359458035,"sku":"B5669","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B5669A.png?v=1737663486"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-woman-s-pendant-12th-14th-century-ad","title":"SCANDINAVIAN WOMAN’S PENDANT, 12th-14th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze, heart form, pierced with a heart. A heart within a heart! The bottom with a cross bar and circle. Combining the old Nordic heart symbol, iconic to Vikings with later Christian or secular symbols, reflecting the place that Viking heritage had in the culture at the time. Surface textured from burial.  Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on a modern sterling silver neck chain, for modern wear. Gift boxed with certification of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796364185843,"sku":"C2981","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C2981A.png?v=1741721999"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-950-1050-ad-1","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust over 5\/8” (0.67”) height plus the suspension loop. Made by the open face mold method. Broad heart of rounded form with pierced stylized heart top, over raised relief heart. Three hearts in one! Made by the open mold technique. Some wear from use and surface texture from burial. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” gilt neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796455411955,"sku":"C1355","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C1355A.png?v=1741724905"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-850-1050-ad-52","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eIconic broad natural heart form with double raised borders, nubs at the quarters defining a saltire and low domed medial. Just over 7\/8” (0.88”) width. The surface is textured from burial. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the silver overlay restored on an 18” Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796455477491,"sku":"A7276","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/A7276A.png?v=1741724911"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-11th-12th-century-ad-10","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of an anatomically accurate heart, comprised of paired large swirls with pointed bottom and nubs at the bottom quarter points. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably Viking, with addorsed circles or scrolls over and enclosing a diamond. The top cusp and pointed bottom clearly define the pagan heart while the composition somewhat obscures it overall. Slightly over ½” (0.53”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796455969011,"sku":"C2574","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C2574A.png?v=1741724925"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-866-1067-ad-15","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 866-1067 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze. Charm size, just over ½” (0.55”) height plus the loop. Iconic cusped top heart form pierced with a heart. A heart within a heart! The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. Exceptional condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796456722675,"sku":"B1986","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B1986A.png?v=1741724943"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-11th-12th-century-ad-9","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of an anatomically accurate heart, comprised of paired large swirls with pointed bottom and nubs at the bottom quarter points. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably Viking, with addorsed circles or domes over and enclosing a diamond. The top cusp and pointed bottom clearly define the pagan heart while the composition somewhat obscures it overall. Slightly over 5\/8” (0.70”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored on an 18” sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796456788211,"sku":"B1534","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B1534A.png?v=1741724949"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-900-1050-ad-5","title":"FINE VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.900-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelicate size. Just over 5\/8” (0.63”) height. Slightly domed section with rounded edges for a robust appearance, in the fully developed form. Made by the open face mold process with the back recessed. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the warrior. It is said that Hrungnir, with whom Thor dueled (assisted by a sorceress), had a heart of stone. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored, on an 18” modern gilt Sterling silver neck chain for immediate wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796459901171,"sku":"B9058","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B9058A.png?v=1741725079"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-950-1050-ad-29","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C. 950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e1” height including the suspension loop. The Viking heart in its fully developed form cusp top and waisted medial. The field with a formalized trefoil or fleur de lis with addorsed scrolls below the scroll terminals of the edges. Near flat section, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on a gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826037281011,"sku":"C2563","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C2563A.png?v=1742563273"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-11th-12th-century-ad-12","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of an anatomically accurate heart, with nubs at the sixth points. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The elongated heart form is unmistakably Viking, with cusped top and quartered nubs but somewhat abstracted to obscure its pagan roots. Slightly over 1” (1.05”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on an 18” gilt silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826041016563,"sku":"C1925","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C1925A.png?v=1742563351"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-9th-10th-century-ad-1","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 9TH-10TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze. Just over 7\/8 (0.88”) in width. Near flat section of exaggerated form with the cusp curved and nubbed quarter points. Central motif of crossed skeletal trefoils. Made by the open-face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826042261747,"sku":"C3058","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C3058A.png?v=1742563391"},{"product_id":"classic-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-9th-10th-century-ad-5","title":"CLASSIC VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 9th-10th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1” width. Broad heart with V and trefoil (?). Surface worn from use and burial. Made by the open face mold process. The foliate trefoil was a very popular motif for Viking hearts. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, attributes of the warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored for contemporary wear on a modern Sterling silver neck chain. Gift boxed with a certification of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46874999062771,"sku":"A8161","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/A8161A.png?v=1744203964"},{"product_id":"heart-form-viking-protective-brooch-850-1050-ad","title":"HEART FORM VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH  850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze, worn in numbers on the surface of the jerkin, provided a measure of protection against sword cuts and was a form of armor. See current Public Television programming for documentation of these in action. As protectors, they also held spiritual significance for the warrior. This example is just under 1 ¼” (1.23”) height. It is in the form of a heart, incorporating one of the most popular Viking icons. For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, attributes of the warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. The surface is textured and from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored, on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. Only example of this we have seen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46892666847475,"sku":"B5595","price":435.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B5595A.png?v=1744739252"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-850-1050-ad-53","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic heart form. over ¾” (0.81”) width. Near flat form incised with a large well-delineated trefoil, a favorite Viking form. The bottom quarter points with nubs perhaps implying a saltire. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46962501320947,"sku":"B9118","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B9118A.png?v=1746537407"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-900-1000-ad-7","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.900-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eSlightly under 3\/4\" (0.71”) width, elegant form and intricate detail. Raised crenulated edge forming a cusp below addorsed loops. High relief raised central heart-a heart within a heart-with trefoil filed, and pelleted surround. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46967569613043,"sku":"C4072","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4072.png?v=1746622829"},{"product_id":"european-woman-s-pendant-necklace-c-1600-1700","title":"EUROPEAN WOMAN’S PENDANT NECKLACE C.1600-1700","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze 0.82” (over ¾”) height of dramatic Baroque styling with domed lenticular center flanked by scroll tipped curves, a trefoil below and globe above. Quite similar in form to the earlier Viking heart amulets. Of delicate form it has the 24karat fold surface restored, on an 18” gilt silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47011714629875,"sku":"C4257","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4257A.png?v=1747767409"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-750-850-ad","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.750-850 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly example in its purest form. About 1\/2” height plus the loop. High domed medially ridged section with modestly cusped top. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Surface degradation from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on a gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47594279076083,"sku":"C4268","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4268A.png?v=1753795532"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-12th-13th-century-ad","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 12TH-13TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of a broad cusped heart with raised border. The stippled field is decorated with three foliate members, adapted from the Viking trefoil. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably Viking, with the surround identical to earlier examples and the heart form found in Viking period jewelry as well. Slightly under 5\/8” (0.62”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on an 18” gilt silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47594279829747,"sku":"C4451","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4451A.png?v=1753795636"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-950-1050-ad-32","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust over 7\/8” (0.89”)  height plus the suspension loop. The Viking heart in its fully developed form with a full cusp top formed by the scroll terminals of the broad borders. The field with a leafy trefoil or fleur de lis. Low-rounded section, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47594323804403,"sku":"C4453","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4453A.png?v=1753797512"},{"product_id":"good-scandinavian-heart-pendant-11th-12th-century-ad","title":"GOOD SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology. A symmetrical floral display based on the popular Viking trefoil topped by scrolls, emulating the cusped top of the heart pendants. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably the Viking, heart form found in Viking period jewelry as well.  Over ½” (0.58”) height plus the loop, professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600251109619,"sku":"C4080","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4080A.png?v=1753899305"},{"product_id":"medieval-scandinavian-pendant-c-1100-1300-ad","title":"MEDIEVAL SCANDINAVIAN PENDANT C.1100-1300 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilt bronze, over 3\/4” (0.82”) height plus the suspension loop. Heart form made up of specifically ambiguous scrolling elements. The form clearly referencing the earlier Viking era heart. As with many, this Christian era pendant is in fact an amulet embracing the earlier Pagan beliefs or superstitions. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored, on a modern 18” gilt neck chain and gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47604010123507,"sku":"C1939","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C1939A.png?v=1753966265"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-950-1050-ad-33","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharm size, just under 1\/2” (0.48”) height plus the loop. Gilt bronze. The Viking heart in its fully developed form with broad rounded border enclosing a smaller centered trefoil. Substantial with high relief decoration, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Surface textured from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47604010713331,"sku":"B9121","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B9121A.png?v=1753966288"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-amulet-necklace-c-900-1050-ad-117","title":"VIKING HEART AMULET NECKLACE C.900-1050 AD","description":"Slightly under 5\/8\" height plus the suspension loop. Elegant cusped naturalistic form of the domed section with a broadly rounded border and relief trefoil motif to the center, all in high relief. Hand engraved by a Viking artisan 1000 years ago! The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Mold made, the surface textured from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on a gilt Sterling silver \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” \u003c\/span\u003eneck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47604121764083,"sku":"B4088","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/B4088A.png?v=1753969704"},{"product_id":"scandinavian-heart-pendant-necklace-11th-12th-century-ad-15","title":"SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of an anatomically accurate heart, with nubs at the sixth points. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The elongated heart form is unmistakably Viking, in the early natural form, with raised edge and quartered nubs, but somewhat abstracted to obscure its pagan roots. Slightly under 5\/8” (0.61”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on an 18” gilt silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47624563753203,"sku":"C5130","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C5130A.png?v=1754570920"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-heart-pendant-necklace-866-1067-ad-17","title":"ANCIENT VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 866-1067 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDanelaw England. Gilt bronze. Over 1” (1.03”) total height. Iconic heart form with nubs at the quarter points describing a saltire. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored for contemporary wear. Exceptional condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47643741061363,"sku":"C2004A","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/UC7875.png?v=1755176290"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-10th-11th-century-ad-1","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT, 10TH-11TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eSilvered bronze, over 1” (1.08”) width, of broad iconic form. 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Charming.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47794075304179,"sku":"A6427","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/A6427A.png?v=1758908736"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-1000-ad-3","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE C.1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout ¾” (0.73”) height plus the suspension loop, with nubs at the quarter point defining a saltire. Central cusped heart with the cusp terminals forming a trefoil. Made by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, and integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature. Surface textured from burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on an 18” gilt neck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The History Gift Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47975052607731,"sku":"C4078","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/0599\/2600\/files\/C4078A.png?v=1761752582"},{"product_id":"viking-heart-pendant-necklace-c-950-1050-ad-35","title":"VIKING HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, C.950-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCharm size, just over 1\/2” (0.53”) height plus the loop. The Viking heart in its fully developed form With broad rounded border enclosing a smaller centered heart. A heart within a heart! Substantial with high relief decoration, produced by the open face mold technique. The heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, all attributes of the Viking warrior. 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