Authentic Viking Knights Valknut Gokstad Shield Wooden Round Functional Norse Mythology

The Valknut (pronounced “VAL-knoot”) is one of the most widely-discussed yet enigmatic of all of the symbols that appear in connection with Norse mythology. Visually, it’s comprised of three interlocking triangles. Archaeologically, it appears on several runestones and pictorial memorial stones that date from the Viking Age and stand on the Swedish island of Gotland, as well as on grave goods from the Oseberg ship burial in Norway. Its name isn’t mentioned in any period sources; valknut is a modern Norwegian compound word that means “knot of those fallen in battle” and was introduced by Norwegians who lived long after the Viking Age.

Authentic battleworn Viking shield with three triangle Valknut design in white with green background. Each Viking Gokstad shield reproduction is handmade and considered functional in relation to period accuracy and the weapons used at that time. Overall 23 inch diameter constructed of distressed wood and aluminium rim. The back of the shield has a leather strap and a leather/rubber handle.

Note: This is a handmade collectible and may contain slight imperfections which are unique to each piece.

Specifications

Overall Length: Appx. 23 Inches Diameter
Shield Type: Viking Style, Gokstad, Round
Shield Material: MDF Wood, Hand Carved
Thickness of Shield: 0.75 Inches on Average
Weight of Shield: 8 to 8.5 Pounds
Handle: Leather, Durable, Rubber Overlay
Finish: Hand Painted, Water Resistant Application