The Viking Travel Coin is for every traveler, no matter how far the journey. no beginning and no end, with everything simply transforming into something new. Jörmungandr represents the eternal circle of life and death. Odin’s son, Thor, is the sworn enemy of Jörmungandr, and it is said that when Jörmungandr releases the hold on his tail, Ragnarok (the battle at the end of the world) will begin. While in the ocean, Jörmungandr grew to an immense size, so large that he was able to surround the entirety of Midgard and grasp his own tail. Jörmungandr is the middle child of Loki, and was thrown into the great ocean that surrounds Midgard at a young age by Odin. The Viking runes surrounding Vegvisir spell out " May your path be true." These words are intended for your physical, as well as your moral and spiritual journeys through life. Among these runes, you'll find Jörmungandr, the Midgard Serpent.
and you'll feel empowered to travel boldly through any weather. It's power is so great, that after carrying it for a while, you'll come to understand that there is no such thing as "bad weather," there is only weather. This magical stave helps the bearer find their way through rough weather. Look closely among these runes and you'll find Freki, one of Odin's two wolf companions, eager to protect you from what evils may come.įlip your Viking Travel Coin over, and you'll see Vegvisir, a Nordic wayfinder. And if it is, the holder will have the help of Odin and his familiars. Odin fears that Huginn may not come back, yet more does he worry for Muninn's return.Įncircling Odin and Sleipnir are Viking runes which spell out " Go forth with strength and speed." These words are meant to encourage the holder to embark on every journey with confidence and good fortune - to make sure that the journey isn’t met by unexpected blockages or delays. They know all and they see all, giving Odin the most trustworthy intelligence on his enemy’s activities. Given the gift of speech by their master, Huginn and Muninn fly over Midgard each day to report all that they see. His other raven, Muninn, hiding on the back of the coin, represents Odin's memory. Sleipnir, a son of Loki, was gifted to Odin, and is the best horse among gods and men - unmatched in strength and speed.įlying above Odin is one of his raven familiars, Huginn, which represents Odin’s thoughts. Odin sits astride his eight-legged horse, Sleipnir, that he rides to war, and on his frequent journeys throughout the Nine Worlds. It is said that the dwarves balanced the spear so well that it could strike any target down, no matter the skill or strength of the wielder. It was originally forged by the dwarves and stolen by a smooth-talking Loki, who gifted it to Odin. But Gungnir did not always belong to Odin. Odin is rarely seen without his spear, Gungnir. He is called the "Allfather" and the "Wanderer." Odin’s primary goal? To protect Midgard, the only realm visible to humans.
On one side of the coin you will find Odin, the Norse god of war and of the dead. Odin gives those in battle strength against their enemies. Whether your journey is to the corner store, to another country, or to achieve a personal goal, a Viking Travel Coin in hand or pocket will provide comfort along the way. The Viking Travel Coin was designed with the traveler or wanderer in mind.
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