The Viking Dragon

The Viking Dragon

Authentic hand-crafted Viking reenactment and festival gear from the UK. The one stop Viking Shop!

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βš”οΈ Embrace the spirit of the Norse warriors with our Borre Style Complete Viking Buckle Set from Birka. This exquisite solid bronze replica ensemble, adorned with the timeless art of the Viking era, is a nod to the boldness and valor of the ancient Vikings. Let the buckle set be a testament to your dedication to historical accuracy and the legacy of Birka! πŸ›‘οΈπŸŒŒ

Get yours now: πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/borre-style-complete-viking-buckle-set-from-birka

Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 19/06/2024

Norwegian family finds 1,200-year-old Viking treasure while searching for a lost earring in their yard

The discovery includes two roughly 1,200-year-old brooches, made from bronze and once gilded with gold, that may have belonged to an aristocratic woman.

Article:
https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/vikings/norwegian-family-finds-1200-year-old-viking-treasure-while-searching-for-a-lost-earring-in-their-yard

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🐺 Step into the world of the Vikings with our Large Brass Wolf Cross Thors Hammer Pendant. πŸ›‘οΈβš”οΈ This exquisite and symbolic piece embodies the strength and valor of the Norse warriors. Worn with pride by reenactors, it's the perfect addition to your Viking ensemble. Let the power of the wolf cross and Thors hammer unleash the warrior within you! πŸ’ͺ⚑

Get yours now:
https://thevikingdragon.com/products/large-brass-wolf-cross-thors-hammer-pendant

Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 14/06/2024

Viking market may be buried on a Norwegian island, radar suggests

The Norwegian island of KlosterΓΈy is famous for its medieval monastery, but new research suggests it was important long before that.

Article: https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/vikings/viking-market-may-be-buried-on-a-norwegian-island-radar-suggests

11/06/2024

Viking Age 'treasure' 1,000-year-old ingot discovered by metal detectorist on Isle of Man!

https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/vikings/viking-age-treasure-discovered-by-metal-detectorist-on-isle-of-man

Visit πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com
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07/06/2024

VIKING GAMES!

Dice games were very popular in Viking & Medieval times, as well as Hnefatafl and chess.

Our Viking games & Viking dice make great gifts and we regularly have lots in stock.

Viking dice games & lots of bone Viking dice. Horn dice shakers & leather Meier dice shakers. 2 different types of Viking Hnefatafl games. 12th Century chess set from the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, UK.

See our full selection over at: https://thevikingdragon.com/collections/games

05/06/2024

IN STOCK NOW! Replica Bone Dice with dyed dot and ring markings! - For all your Viking dice games needs!
Carved from natural cow bone, these dice come in small, medium and large sizes.

Shop Now:

https://thevikingdragon.com/products/large-bone-dice-with-black-dot-and-rings-marks

https://thevikingdragon.com/products/small-bone-dice-with-dot-and-ring-marks

https://thevikingdragon.com/products/medium-bone-dice-with-black-dot-and-rings-marks

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NEW Viking find! - Norwegian farmer discovers rare Viking sword while picking up trash in field!

https://archaeologymag.com/2024/06/norwegian-farmer-discovers-rare-viking-sword/

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πŸ’¦ βš”οΈ Quench your thirst this summer like a true Viking - with our handmade leather water bottles! - The accessory every Viking needs.
Medium and large Water Bottles are still in stock - small ones sold out already. Get yours now to avoid disappointment.

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/medium-handmade-leather-water-bottle

29/05/2024

2024 Viking festival season is definitely and well underway now.πŸ”₯βš”οΈ Which festivals did you attend so far? Or which ones will you attend this summer? We'd love to know. Let us know in the comments! πŸ‘‡οΈ

This photo is from Lunden Viking Market which, this year, will take place on the 1st of June.

πŸ‘€ To find out more head to our yearly roundup of Viking festivals:

https://thevikingdragon.com/blogs/viking-festivals-markets/viking-festivals-2024

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πŸ”₯ Unleash your inner Viking warrior with the Bronze Replica Viking Bracelet / Arm Ring from Orupgard. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this historic piece takes you back in time to the mighty era of the Vikings. πŸ€©πŸ”¨ Let this stunning arm ring be a symbol of your connection to the past and your passion for historical reenactment. πŸ’ͺβš”οΈ

Get yours now!

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/bronze-replica-viking-bracelet-arm-ring-from-orupgard

26/05/2024

Have you read our latest blogpost: Viking Runes & Meanings Explained
Head over to our website to immerse yourself in a bit of Asatru and the sacred futhark runes!

πŸ‘‰ https://thevikingdragon.com/blogs/news/viking-runes-meanings-explained

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βš”οΈ Bring the epic tales of the Vikings to life with our Reenactment Viking / Saxon Sword with a 5 Lobe Pommel. Designed to withstand intense battle scenarios and live steel use, this sword is perfect for historical reenactments. Crafted with EN45 spring steel, this virtually indestructible blade is balanced for your comfort and wielding ease. Unleash the Viking warrior within you! πŸ—‘οΈπŸ›‘οΈ
Get yours now!

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/viking-saxon-sword-with-5-lobe-pommel

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Happy Monday! ⚑️πŸ’ͺ Have you read our blog post about Health and Healing in The Viking Age - including medicinal magic?

Check it out here:
https://thevikingdragon.com/blogs/news/health-and-healing-in-the-viking-age

Visit πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com
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πŸ‘€ Check out this gorgeous Replica Viking ring with design taken from the Rone Hoard, Gotland, Sweden! - Don't miss a chance to own a piece of Viking history! Get yours now!

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/decorated-silver-replica-viking-ring

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15/05/2024

The Vinland Map: How a Mysterious Forgery Fooled Experts for Decades

Article:
https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/vinland-map-hoax-controversy-history

Follow πŸ‘‰οΈ to πŸ’ͺπŸ‰ Unleash your inner Viking, one post at a time!

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Happy Monday Vikings! βš”οΈ Are you ready for a new week?πŸ’ͺ

PS, our Birka beads are restocked!! 🀩

Buy now:

https://bit.ly/3J9cn8I

10/05/2024

It's that time of year..πŸ–€- If you have a Viking wedding coming up - whether it's you tying the knot and want the best wedding supplies for your special occasion, or just attending one and need some gift ideas:
We have a whole section on Viking Weddings on our website, check out our selection of products:

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈhttps://thevikingdragon.com/pages/viking-weddings

We also have a blogpost: A Guide to Viking Weddings - a modern VS. historical review:

https://bit.ly/3xPVSsN

This photograph was kindly provided by the talented Paul Edmundson Photography
www.fjord.wedding
and features our friend Georg, Chieftain of Gudvangen Viking Village officiating a Viking wedding.

08/05/2024

Ox Horn Polished Viking Drinking Horn in 7 different sizes!!

Also lots of new amazing bone and horn products and reenactment swords under 'new offers' on our website now!

Buy now⚑️⚑️

https://thevikingdragon.com/products/polished-ox-horn-viking-drinking-horn

06/05/2024

Byzantium and the early Rus’ - a podcast episode about Vikings!

https://www.medievalists.net/2024/04/byzantium-and-the-early-rus-with-monica-white/

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New in stock! Check out this exquisite Handmade Authentic Replica Viking Bone Comb with Bone Casing! 🀩A beautiful accessory every Viking needs! Get your hands on one of these unique Viking combs πŸ’‡β€β™€οΈ - they are hand-crafted in the original Viking style from individual pieces of hand-carved cow bone.

Get yours now: https://thevikingdragon.com/products/large-encased-bone-viking-comb-with-markings

Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 04/05/2024

Did you have a chance to check out our latest blog post?

Trade, Raids and Cultural Exchange: Vikings in the Mediterranean

Read here: https://thevikingdragon.com/blogs/news/trade-raids-and-cultural-exchange-vikings-in-the-mediterranean

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Treat your inner Viking this fine Monday with our Bronze Ear Spoon Viking Pendant! πŸ›‘οΈ Channel the spirit of the Norse warriors with this replica straight from the pages of history. Get yours now and wear a piece of Viking heritage! βš”οΈ
Buy now ⚑️⚑️ https://thevikingdragon.com/products/bronze-ear-spoon-pendant

Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 26/04/2024

Mystery Of The HaraldskΓ¦rkvinnan (HaraldskΓ¦rwoman) – Bog Body Of A Viking Queen? - The discovery of an ancient bog body in Denmark tells the story of a woman who journeyed to an unknown land only to meet death, but why?

Article: https://www.ancientpages.com/2024/04/08/haraldskaerkvinnan-bog-body/

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πŸ‘€ Check out this amazing replica of the Bronze Gotland Viking Serpent Brooch by ! πŸ‰ It's in the Jelling style, originally from Sweden in the 10th Century. Don't miss your chance to own one!

πŸ›’πŸ‘‰οΈPurchase now at:
https://thevikingdragon.com/products/bronze-gotland-serpent-viking-brooch

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Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 24/04/2024

Trove Of Coins Dating Back To The 1100s Found On VisingsΓΆ, Sweden

Article:

https://www.ancientpages.com/2024/04/08/trove-of-coins-dating-back-to-the-1100s/

20/04/2024

Who is going to this? πŸ˜€

There are just two weeks left until the Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre returns for its biggest year yet!

36 acres of medieval mayhem and magnificent ruins await - have you got your ticket? https://glastab.be/fayre

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πŸ”₯ Calling all Vikings! βš”οΈ Introducing our latest treasure: the extraordinary Solid Bronze Viking Drinking Horn Finial with a majestic raven head cast! πŸ»πŸ°πŸ”

πŸ•°οΈ Step back in time and experience the authenticity of an 8th-century Waterford, Ireland Viking Horn Finial replica. ✨

✨ Join us in celebrating the Viking heritage with this exceptional piece! πŸŽ‰ Claim yours now and elevate your drinking experience to legendary levels! πŸ¦…πŸ’ͺ

πŸ‘‰ Don't miss this chance to own a Viking artefact! 🌟 Limited stock available, so hurry and visit our website to get yours today! πŸ’₯πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ’¨

πŸ›’ Visit our website:
https://thevikingdragon.com/products/medium-bronze-viking-drinking-horn-finial-with-raven-head

Photos from The Viking Dragon's post 17/04/2024

Intriguing Skull Modifications Discovered in Viking Women
Article:

https://www.medievalists.net/2024/03/skull-modifications-viking-women/

Visit πŸ‘‰οΈ https://thevikingdragon.com
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πŸΊπŸŒ•οΈβœ¨ Elevate your Viking style with our 3.5mm Silver Snake Chain Necklace featuring ferocious wolf heads! Crafted from authentic late Viking design, these sterling silver wolf heads are custom-made based on genuine Viking artwork. Embrace the power of the wolf and unleash the wild spirit of the Vikings with this impeccable necklace! πŸŒŒπŸΊπŸ—‘οΈ Check out the full collection of silver pendants via the link! βš”οΈπŸ‘‡οΈ

https://thevikingdragon.com/products/3-5mm-silver-snake-chain-necklace-with-ferocious-wolf-heads

Welcome to The Viking Dragon

Authentic Viking hand-crafts from Scandinavia and Northern Europe.

The largest selection of Viking products on the web! Brought to you by The Jelling Dragon (est. 1997)

Viking age historical reproductions, replicas and handmade pieces. Supplying the full range of viking reenactment gear! The Viking Dragon online Viking craft store supplies re-enactors, museums, schools, theatres and movies with only the very highest quality handmade crafts, authentic Viking replicas & living history supplies.

We supply Viking jewelry, Viking reenactment clothing, Viking feasting supplies, Viking accessories, Viking arms, Viking armor & protection gear, Viking games, Asatru Norse religion supplies, Viking craft equipment, Viking music & musical instruments, Viking books & other Viking gifts & Viking replica goods. The Viking Dragon is a one-stop shop for all your authentic Viking kit.

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