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The Viking cup from Lejre was discovered in the 19th century during excavation work near the Danish town of Lejre, which was once the royal seat of the Danish rulers in the Iron Age and Viking Age. The original cup is now on display at the Danish National Museum in Copenhagen.The Lejre Viking cup was made from solid silver with niello inlays. Our replica is made from genuine silver-plated brass. The cup measures 7 x 5.5 cm and holds about 120 ml, making it a stylish choice for drinks like port, cherry, or fine whisky. Use it for reenactment or on a pagan home altar.
The Viking cup from Lejre is a historical replica, produced in small quantities, and is not certified for food use. The original treasure was found in 1850 by a Danish farmer near Lejre and included several valuable objects: a large Anglo-Saxon silver bowl and two smaller vessels. The smallest cup features four winged female figures, believed to represent the Viking goddess Freya, who — according to the Edda — could transform into a falcon using her cloak of feathers.
