Leather and stainless steel · 18, 20 or 22cm
The wayfinder stave. The Vegvísir is first recorded in an Icelandic manuscript of 1860: carry it and you will not lose your way in storms.
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The Vegvísir, an Icelandic stave recorded in 1860, was meant to keep its bearer from losing the way in storms. This bracelet carries the same intention — braided black leather, three engraved steel beads, and the compass that never fails.
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Every piece is covered by our lifetime warranty. Leather and stainless steel is tarnish-resistant; the darkened recesses are part of the finish. Keep it away from perfume and harsh chemicals, and wipe with a soft dry cloth.
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The story behind it
The Vegvísir is not a Viking symbol. Its earliest known record is the Huld manuscript, compiled in Iceland in 1860 among the magical staves of folk practice. The note is short: carry this stave and you will not lose your way in storms or bad weather.
This bracelet is a stylised take, not a replica of the manuscript drawing: eight arms engraved on a steel bead, on braided black leather, beside the Othala and Tyr runes.
A note from Grégor
To everyone who has worn our pieces:
We're closing North Hoard. Ad costs kept climbing and cheap copies are everywhere. We'd rather stop properly than cut corners.
What's left is reduced. Once a piece sells out, it won't be made again.
Grégor
Founder, North Hoard
What the hoard is saying
Wore it every day for three months straight — workouts, showers, rain, whatever. Zero tarnish, zero fading. The weight alone tells you it's real. First piece that doesn't feel like jewellery, feels like an heirloom.
James T. Verified Buyer
You can feel the metal the moment you pick it up. Not hollow plated junk. Dark finish holds up, engraving stays sharp. Exactly what I wanted — nothing flashy, just solid and intentional.
Oliver H. Verified Buyer
Been hunting for a ring that doesn't scream and doesn't vanish either. This lands dead center. Subtle rune detail, matte finish, sits right on the finger. Got a few comments without asking for them.
Henry W. Verified Buyer
Ordered Monday, landed Friday. Packaging was minimal and right — raw linen, small card, no plastic. The piece itself looked better in hand than on the website. That's rare.
Thomas R. Verified Buyer
I don't do loud jewellery. This sits dark and quiet on me, and people still notice. The engraving is delicate but the weight is heavy. Fair price for the finish — most brands charge triple for less.
Edward M. Verified Buyer
Honestly surprised at the build quality for this bracket. Solid stainless steel, properly finished edges, no rough spots. Daily wear for six weeks now, still looks day one. Getting a second one for my brother.
William B. Verified Buyer
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Add The Chest, a solid wood keepsake box with a carved lid, and it arrives ready to give. £9.90 instead of £24.75.
Yes. Ad costs kept climbing and cheap copies are everywhere. What's left is reduced, and once a piece sells out, it won't be made again.
It's leather and stainless steel, so it's tarnish-resistant and hypoallergenic. Our lifetime warranty covers every piece.
Mix any pieces: 2 save 10%, 3 save 20%, 4 or more save 30%. Every piece in your bag counts, and it's applied automatically at checkout.
You have 120 days to send it back for a full refund.
