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VINTAGE 830 SILVER NORWAY THORVALD MARTHINSEN VIKING ROSE SUGAR SPOON DESCRIPTION: NO RESERVE. Vintage 830 Silver Norway Thorvald Marthinsen Viking Rose ... moreSugar Spoon. Measures 4 7/8" in length. Weighs 19.6 grams. Hallmarked"830S N 207 NM H. Schiotz" and a stemmed goblet in an oval. No monograms. Nice size to serve an array of items. Please see our other current listing for another Thorvald Marthinsen bluebell spoon. Perfect to add to your collection. CONDITION In good condition. Age/ wear appropriate surface scratches. No dents. Cracks or repairs. No monograms. Old patina. SHIPPING: FREE SHIPPING. Will ship by First Class Mail with tracking and insurance within the United States. For overseas buyers. Please contact us. Ownership passes to the buyer when the item is placed into the hands of the shipping/ freight company and/or post office. It is the responsibility of the buyer to instruct us on where and how to ship the item. PAYMENT: In accordance with the new Ebay policies. We can only accept electronic payments through PayPal or cash payment on pick-up in person. Shipment within one business day's receipt of credit card payment through PayPal. E-checks must clear prior to shipping. California residents will pay 9% sales tax or submit valid resale certificate. EMAIL& CONTACT: Important note on Pre and Post auction contact with us: Occasionally. Due to spam filters, e-mail doesn't arrive from buyers and vice versa some buyers may never receive e-mails from us. If you have any issues and cannot reach us, try emailing us through eBay and/or obtain our contact information through eBay and telephone us. Pay me securely with any major credit card through PayPal! Pay me securely with any major credit card through PayPal!
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These records are very useful to historians, where they survive. Usually jewelers were goldsmiths. The notable engravers of the 1400s either were goldsmiths, ... moreas was Master E. S., or the sons of goldsmiths, such as Martin Schongauer and Albrecht Dürer.
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The Gallic Chronicle of 452 A.D., talks about the Saxons ruling over a large part of Southern Britain, also consistent with the rise of the number of ... moreSaxon archaeological material after 450 A.D. The earliest Anglo-Saxon burial in Britain has been dated by archaeologists to no later than 425-450 A.D.
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In Search of England: Journeys into The English Past by Michael Wood. DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 336 pages. Publisher: University of California ... morePress; 1999) England is the birthplace of many immortal legends told around the world: King Arthur and Camelot. The Holy Grail, Robin Hood, the mysterious Isle of Avalon. But are these famous stories based on historical events and actual people? And what do they tell us about the character and origins of the Anglo-Saxon world, a culture that helped shape American identity? In his absorbing new book, Michael Wood examines the roots of English history. Peeling back the layers of literary and oral material that have accumulated over the ages, he offers a fascinating series of rich stories; part history, part myth; that, directly or indirectly, touch on questions of English history and identity. He looks back at the legends surrounding Alfred the Great, King Athelstan, the lost library of Glastonbury, and more. Wood's emphasis is the Early Middle Ages. And the first two sections of the book offer deep excursions into particular moments in the history of that era. In addition to recounting some well-known legends, Wood considers the manuscripts and other primary sources of historical information on which they are based, assessing the validity of existing documentation, fleshing out historical contexts, and considering the treatment throughout history of these stories by famous writers, poets, and moviemakers. In the third part of"In Search of England" Wood writes about places that illuminate interesting aspects of early England: Tinsley Wood, near Sheffield, which has been claimed as the site of Athelstan's great victory against the Celts in 937; a farmhouse in Devon which has been occupied since Domesday and possibly long before; and the village of Peatling Magna in Leicestershire, scene of an extraordinary confrontation with King Henry III in 1265. These are the places and events that offer a complementary version of the history that is discuss
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Below, the Valkyrs ride forth, their golden hair streaming through the clouds, the pale northern sun glinting on shields and spears. Through the battlefields ... morethey swoop, bringing the kiss of death to the warriors bound for Valhalla, hall of the chosen slain.
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Publisher: British Museum (2010). Pages: 48. Discovered in 2007 and acquired by the British Museum and York Museums Trust, the Vale of York hoard was ... moreburied in the late 920s in the reign of the West Saxon king Athelstan, in what is now North Yorkshire.
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In the case of the zoomorphic variety the heads are, as it were, adorsed relative to one another, each having been turned around 180° to face the hoop ... morein a pose that is often said to be ‘hoop-swallowing’.
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The pectoral is gold inlaid with lapis lazuli, carnelian, and turquoise, and the eyes of the shape made of actual flowers, fruits, and leaves, which were ... morepresented to guests to wear at banquets and other festivities.
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Tin and charcoal were imported into Cyprus, where locally mined copper was mined and alloyed with the tin from Britain. Britain’s Bronze Age cultures ... moreincluded the Beaker, Wessex, Deverl, and Rimbury.
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Pre-owned, this knife is in good condition.
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The piece is Celtic Revival and is Tudric style. Reid & Sons sterling silver footed bowl. This piece was made in London, England in 1904.
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Lipman we’re manufacturers of silver and silverplated holloware.
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The tone is set by the very first item in the catalog: a contemporary bust in the round of Queen Elizabeth as Hercules. Publisher: Philip Wilson Publishers ... more(2016). Pages: 320. One of the world’s finest assemblages of rings and gemstones, the Guy Ladrière Collection in Paris is of major importance both to the collector and the art historian.
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They also practice johrei, a type of spiritual healing. She founded the organization to spread the teachings of Mokichi Okada. The head organization is ... morecurrently based near Shigaraki, Shiga, Japan.
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This translation will reveal Ami and Amile as a major work of the French Middle Ages. The work will foster lively literary and philosophical discussion. ... moreAmi and Amile is of interest to a wide range of readers, including students of history, comparative literature, and gender studies.
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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A great handmade salt shaker. It is very well made. "Corn of Plenty" Italy. It has the traditional shape of a Viking horn, with carved authentic patterns. ... moreWeight / 21.6 gr. GREGGIO RINO. Silver 800 proof.
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With them was a rich and impressive collection of gold and silver objects dating back to the fifth and fourth centuries BC. From the banks of the River ... moreOxus, the entire hoard was, in due course, bequeathed to the British Museum.
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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You can use it as a coffee spoon, coffee scoop, spice scoop, salt scoop, sugar scoop, dollhouse spoon, small ladle or the like. This hand set of a bronze ... morescoop and copper scoop is made in the technique of the artistic forging, fully functional.
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TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique Genuine Natural Siberian ... moreSquare Faceted Violet-Blue Iolite Semi-Precious Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 6– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Faceted Blue-Violet Iolite Sqaure. Contemporary Sterling Silver Ring. ORIGIN: Siberia. Russia. 19th Century. SIZE: About 3mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 0.15 carats. NOTE: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: The name iolite comes from the Greek ios. Which means violet. In some Medieval cultures Iolite was held sacred to the Mother Goddess, and in other Medieval cultures it was held to be sacred to the Father God or King of Gods(especially the Roman deity Jupiter) There exist accounts that Iolite was used by medieval shamans, mystics, seers, witches and wizards to help achieve a deep trance state, stimulate visions, and stimulate astral travel. Iolite was also used by Norse and Viking explorers as a navigational aid, as a properly oriented stone would change color in relation to the direction of sunlight, allowing for crude navigation in the fog-enshrouded northern Atlantic waters where the direction of the sun was otherwise impossible to discern. Here's an absolutely gorgeous. Richly colored deep blue iolite gemstone from Siberia. High quality, transparent, at a minimum eye clean, this lustrous semi-precious gemstone possesses a rich, velvety violet-blue hue. It is a very attractive gemstone, of very special character and remarkable color and texture. Highly favored by the royal houses of Europe in the 19th century, Iolite has recently become very"hot" Ignored for centuries by Europe and America, it is now suddenly recognized as a truly stunning and bea
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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This is a rare museum quality set of Four Norwegian Mid-Century Modernist Enameled Sterling Silver Candlesticks by N.M. Thune of Norway and dating to ... morethe 20th century. Each candlestick is adorned with magnificent enamel images with depictions of Norse Mythology and Viking imagery. The colors and design are mid-century magnificence. The very rare group of candlesticks is made by the esteemed maker N.M Thune who are renowned for their beautiful silver work adorned with enamel. The candlesticks are extremely rare. The candlesticks each have three different images around the stem which include horses, raven and wolf, and scenes from the Norse Viking Mythology. Around the base are inscribed phrases in old norse. The candlesticks are hallmarked Thune 925S.
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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A great handmade salt shaker. It is very well made. "Corn of Plenty" Italy. It has the traditional shape of a Viking horn, with carved authentic patterns. ... moreWeight / 21.6 gr. GREGGIO RINO. Silver 800 proof.
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Chinese Beautiful Natural Green Jade Hand-carved Lucky Buckle Jadeite Pendant. Brass Embrace Rings Copper Collection Accessories Gifts Adjustable Ring. ... moreGreen White Real Jade Kylin Pendant Necklace Carved Jewelry Fashion Natural.
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These are very rare and I was only able to find one other one which was already sold. The make up is probably an alloy of nickel, copper and zinc, often ... morewith silver. • Filigree Hand Made. • Filigree.
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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1920s Viking Plate (Canada) Silver Plated Creamer & Sugar Bowl with tray set. Creamer and sugar bowl are both stamped on the underside rim: "VIKING PLATE/Made ... morein Canada/EP. COPPER/Lead Mounts". The tray is stamped on the underside "VIKING PLATE/Made in Canada/EP. COPPER". All are in really nice condition, and have patina, etc. associated with age. Please see pictures for condition and what is included. The item (s) you will receive are those shown in the pictures
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A superb Norwegian solid silver caddy spoon. It has been hallmarked with the 830S Norwegian silver mark along with a makers mark and dates to c1950. It ... moreis in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs.
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REVIEW : A vivid and accessible short history of House of Stuart. Stunningly illustrated with full-color and black and white photographs and reproductions ... moreof art, manuscripts, effigies, coats of arms, and bloodline diagrams.
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"Corn of Plenty" Italy. It has the traditional shape of a Viking horn, with carved authentic patterns. GREGGIO RINO. Silver 800 proof. In any case, if ... moreyou are not satisfied with the product. Product in the best condition and worth buying.
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, the New York ... moreHerald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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The whalebone box known as the Franks Casket has intrigued and puzzled viewers since its rediscovery in the nineteenth century. The lively scenes depicted ... moreare drawn from a variety of sources, including Germanic and Roman legends and Jewish and Christian stories.
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Back Stamp Mark: "Viking Plate - EP on Copper". Viking Plate. Dainty Elegant Pattern. Cream & Sugar #3. This set is in Very Good condition, with light ... morewear to the silver finish and mild buffing wear from cleaning.
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Item number: 13199. Here we have a beautiful sterling silver Norge, Norway souvenir spoon and fork. The set is also engraved on the back as well with ... morethe sun over a bay looking at Norway. Really a beautiful piece of art.
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This is a lovely footed basket in good used condition. The stamp on the bottom says VIKING PLATE, MADE IN CANADA.
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Item 名稱: Lucky Frog Great Gambling Fortune Money Lp Arjarn O Ajarn Ole Thai Amulet #17255. Phra Arjarn O said that “What Magic Alphabet Shown In The Scripture, ... moreI Placed It On My Frog Eats Moon.”. "Frog Eats Moon" is another form of "Rahu" amulet.
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TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Antique Genuine Natural Russian ... moreTwo and Three-Quarter Carat Handcrafted Violet-Blue Iolite Semi-Precious Gemstone. Contemporary High Quality Sterling Silver Ring(Size 7– Resizing Available) CLASSIFICATION: Hand Polished Blue-Violet Iolite Oval Cabochon. ORIGIN: 18th Century Chelyabinsk. Russia. SIZE: Length: 10mm. Width: 8mm. Thickness: 5mm. WEIGHT: Approximately 2.71 carats. NOTE: Resizing is available. 14kt solid gold setting is also available. If you would prefer a different setting style. Odds are we have many different setting styles available which would fit this stone(s) which could be substituted for no or very little additional cost. Write us for pictures and prices. NOTE: If you would like only the gemstone. And not the setting, we can dismount the gemstone and offer you the gemstone without the setting. Just let us know, and yes, we’ll discount the price by the cost of the setting. DETAIL: Known as the gemstone of the Vikings. Iolite was used by Norse and Viking explorers as a navigational aid, as a properly oriented stone would change color in relation to the direction of sunlight, allowing for crude navigation in the fog- enshrouded northern Atlantic waters where the direction of the sun was otherwise impossible to discern. Here’s an absolutely gorgeous, richly colored violet-blue iolite gemstone from Chelyabinsk, Russia. The gemstone was hand cut and polished by an 18th century Russian artisan, part of an heritage renown for the production of the elaborate gemstones and jewelry of the Czars of Medieval, Renaissance, and Victorian Russia. This lustrous semi-precious gemstone possesses a rich, velvety violet-blue hue. It is an extremely attractive gemstone, of very special character and remarkable color and texture. Highly favored by the royal houses of Europe in the 19th century, Iolite has recently become very"hot" Ignored for centuries by Europe and America, it is now r
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Antique Picture Metal Button Uniform Dress Costume Coat. I combine shipping on all listings. Please see my other items, many rare pieces. Thank you for ... morelooking!!
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GJ Crayfish Fork. In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen (1866-1935) founded his first Silversmithy in the heart of Copenhagen. When he died in 1935, ... morethe New York Herald Tribune saluted him as "the greatest silversmith of the last 300 years.".
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So most of our Georg Jensen hollowware has been by our silversmithy for a touch up, so they are ready to use or present as a gift. If nothing is noted ... moreabout the condition of the item we have for sale, then the item will be in good condition.
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I am offering a RARE-VINTAGE Brass fireplace tool 5 Pc. set. Includes a brush(was told it is horse hair but I van not be sure it is) Shovel, tongs, poker. ... moreBeautiful design on the brass pained inlay. This is a spectacular antique set that will set nice on the corner of the fireplace or on top of the mantel. Measurements: Stand which hold the 4 tools is 17" tall with a 5" round base. Brush- 14" tall Tongs- 13" tall Poker- 13" tall shovel- 13 1/2" tall Used of course but brass and in great condition. All handles to each piece screw off. For easy cleaning. I have not attempted to clean the brass considering the age. Handles are solid and shows little ware from use. See all pictures for the beauty of this fabulous antique set. Will make a great gift for the collector. Shipping: USA- FREE International: Calculated Express shipping to your destination only. Thank you& Please remember to save me in your favorites!
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This stunning silverplate tea service set is a true antique treasure. Made by Viking plate, it boasts a timeless beauty that will elevate any tea or coffee ... moretime. Crafted with the finest materials, this set features a tea pot, coffee pot, sugar bowl, and creamer. The intricate designs and attention to detail make this set a must-have for any collector or lover of vintage silverware. Perfect for hosting guests or simply enjoying a cozy afternoon at home, this tea service set is sure to impress.
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Authoritative and eminently readable, this book will entertain as much as it will educate. Full coverage is given to all aspects of life in a thousand-year ... moreperiod which saw the creation of western civilization: from the empires and kingdoms of Charlemagne, the Byzantines, and the Hundred Years War, to the ideals of the crusades, the building of great cathedrals and the social catastrophe of the Black Death; the cultural worlds of chivalric knights, popular festivals, and new art forms.
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However by the 6th century the Continental Celtic languages were no longer in wide use. REVIEW: The Celts once populated an area rivaling the Roman Empire ... moreat its peak, yet our knowledge of them is limited to secondhand accounts, a few written records, and beautiful artifacts scattered from Turkey to Ireland.
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TRANSLATE Arabic Chinese French German Greek Indonesian Italian Hindi Japanese Korean Swedish Portuguese Russian Spanish Myths of the Norsemen From the ... moreEddas and Sagas by H.A. Guerber. With 64 Illustrations. DESCRIPTION: Softcover: 396 pages. Publisher: Dover Publications; 1992) ISBN: 0486273482. From his exalted throne. A mighty watchtower, Odin surveys the world; a world of gods, giants, elves, dwarves, and men. Below, the Valkyrs ride forth, their golden hair streaming through the clouds, the pale northern sun glinting on shields and spears. Through the battlefields they swoop, bringing the kiss of death to the warriors bound for Valhalla, hall of the chosen slain. The myths of the Norsemen are darkly romantic. Heroic and tragic. For sheer adventure and high drama, they are without equal. Their sagas are stirring tales that are as powerful now as they were a thousand years ago. But less well known are the stories themselves, stories with all the classic qualities of a long-lost age. Valor, nobility, and a triumphant greatness of spirit. These were the human attributes the medieval Norsemen admired most. What dazzling inspiration for young Viking warriors these tales must have been, vividly told beside blazing fires on dark and frozen nights. Their preservation. From the oral tradition to the prose sagas that have come down to us, owes much to the Norse colonization of Iceland. Here the art of storytelling lived on, vivid, dramatic, and realistic. The stories feature well-defined characters, colorfully portrayed. For deeply imbued with the values of the Norsemen though they were, the intention was entertainment, the emphasis on action and pace. And on these northerly shores, the sweep of Christianity across Europe was delayed long enough to allow learned men, proud of their pagan past, to adapt the art of storytelling to the written word. During the early part of the thirteenth century. The“Eddas” were collected together, masterpieces of Norse mythology that included the tragic death of Balder; the comic ta
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