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This charming figurine is a replica of the famous Eyrarland Statue, a small bronze figure from around 1000 AD, discovered in Eyrarland, northern Iceland.
🧠 Fascinating facts about the Eyrarland Statue:
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It is widely believed to depict the Norse god Thor holding his hammer, Mjölnir
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Some scholars suggest it may have been used as a gaming piece
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Other theories propose it could represent Jesus Christ, reflecting Iceland’s transition from paganism to Christianity around the year 1000
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It is one of the very few Viking-age figurines found in Iceland
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The original is preserved at the National Museum of Iceland
Cast in metal with an antique-style finish, this small but mighty figure is packed with mystery, history, and Icelandic character — a perfect keepsake for mythology and history lovers alike.
Size: 5 cm (≈ 2 in)
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This charming figurine is a replica of the famous Eyrarland Statue, a small bronze figure from around 1000 AD, discovered in Eyrarland, northern Iceland.
🧠 Fascinating facts about the Eyrarland Statue:
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It is widely believed to depict the Norse god Thor holding his hammer, Mjölnir
-
Some scholars suggest it may have been used as a gaming piece
-
Other theories propose it could represent Jesus Christ, reflecting Iceland’s transition from paganism to Christianity around the year 1000
-
It is one of the very few Viking-age figurines found in Iceland
-
The original is preserved at the National Museum of Iceland
Cast in metal with an antique-style finish, this small but mighty figure is packed with mystery, history, and Icelandic character — a perfect keepsake for mythology and history lovers alike.
Size: 5 cm (≈ 2 in)