{"product_id":"the-ocean-coiler-hand-rendered-jormungandr-blue-viking-shield","title":"The Ocean-Coiler Hand-Rendered Jörmungandr Blue Viking Shield","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Viking Wooden Round Shield | Jörmungandr Midgard Serpent | Ocean Blue \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViking Blade Crafts\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWooden Viking Shield\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e returns to the heavily structured design of Shield while introducing a striking \u003cstrong\u003eweathered ocean-blue background\u003c\/strong\u003e. At its center is the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eJörmungandr, the Midgard Serpent\u003c\/strong\u003e, rendered in a dramatic dark design across the blue wooden face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe shield is constructed from horizontally aligned solid wood planks and features a substantial hand-crafted steel central boss surrounded by a reinforced iron framework. Six iron spokes extend outward from the center, while a  steel perimeter rim and prominent rivets complete the rugged appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe defining visual feature is the contrast between the \u003cstrong\u003edark coiling Midgard Serpent and the ocean-blue wooden background\u003c\/strong\u003e. The circular serpent composition flows around the central ironwork, giving Shield its distinctive sea-inspired identity \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Design Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJörmungandr \/ Midgard Serpent-inspired design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive \u003cstrong\u003eocean-blue weathered background\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark, hand-rendered serpent artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoiling circular serpent composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-crafted steel central boss \/ umbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix  iron reinforcement spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel outer rim band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy steel rivet detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorizontally aligned solid wood planks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViking and Norse mythology-inspired styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 23\", 26\", and 29\" diameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWooden Plank Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe shield is constructed from horizontally aligned solid wood planks. A rich \u003cstrong\u003eocean-blue finish\u003c\/strong\u003e covers the face while allowing the natural grain, knots, and texture of the wood to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe darker weathering around the edges gives the shield an aged, seasoned appearance and creates a strong contrast with the blue center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Crafted Central Boss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt the center is a substantial hand-Crafted steel boss with a rounded dome \/ umbo-inspired profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer-textured Hand-Crafted  surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarkened steel appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel collar surrounding the boss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent dome-headed steel rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong visual focal point at the center of the shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSix-Spoke Iron Reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSix hand-crafted iron spokes extend radially from the central boss across the wooden face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe spokes create a distinctive six-point structural pattern and provide the shield with its heavily reinforced visual character. Their dark  appearance contrasts strongly with the ocean-blue wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Crafted Steel Outer Rim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Heavy Duty  steel rim band follows the circumference of the shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProminent structural rivets are arranged around the perimeter, completing the rugged combination of wood and Heavy Duty metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Rendered Jörmungandr Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe defining artwork is the \u003cstrong\u003ecoiling Jörmungandr \/ Midgard Serpent\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe dark serpent forms a circular composition across the blue shield face, with its body curling around the central ironwork. Scale-like detailing and flowing serpent forms create a continuous visual movement across the shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eocean-blue background\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a natural artistic connection to Jörmungandr's association with the sea, while the dark serpent creates a powerful visual contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe artwork is a \u003cstrong\u003emodern handcrafted interpretation of Norse mythology\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than an exact reproduction of a specific archaeological Viking shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Norse Mythology Perspective\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJörmungandr — The Midgard Serpent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn Norse mythology, \u003cstrong\u003eJörmungandr\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the Midgard Serpent or World Serpent, is the enormous serpent associated with the ocean surrounding Midgard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAccording to the surviving Norse mythology, Jörmungandr was cast into the sea surrounding the human world and grew to such an enormous size that it could encircle Midgard and grasp its own tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eJörmungandr is particularly associated with \u003cstrong\u003eThor\u003c\/strong\u003e, including their famous encounter and their eventual confrontation at \u003cstrong\u003eRagnarök\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe blue coloration of this shield provides a natural artistic connection to Jörmungandr's association with the sea, creating a visual theme of \u003cstrong\u003eocean, serpent, and heavy duty  iron\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eOcean-Blue Shield Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeathered ocean-blue wooden face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Jörmungandr artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark steel central boss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix dark iron reinforcement spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-Duty Steel Perimeter Rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural wood grain visible beneath the finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong blue, black, and steel color combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe result is a distinctly \u003cstrong\u003esea-inspired Jörmungandr shield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e23\" Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compact display and collection size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e26\" Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Balanced medium-size option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e29\" Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large statement-piece presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Back Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe rear features a \u003cstrong\u003ecentral horizontal grip positioned behind the steel boss\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDepending on the individual configuration, leather forearm straps may also be incorporated into the rear assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe wooden plank construction remains visible from the back, highlighting the handcrafted construction of the shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jörmungandr Ocean-Blue Viking Round Shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23\", 26\", 29\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontally aligned solid wood planks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weathered ocean blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Boss:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoss Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded dome \/ umbo-inspired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoss Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hammer-textured \/ distinct appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six hand crafted iron spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Rim:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand crafted steel rim band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRivets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dome-headed steel rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-rendered Jörmungandr \/ Midgard Serpent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep black \/ dark tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Theme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norse mythology \/ Viking-inspired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central horizontal grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack Straps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather straps where included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viking \u0026amp; 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Norse Mythology Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA distinctive gift for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eViking history, Norse mythology, Jörmungandr, Thor, Ragnarök, handcrafted shields, medieval décor, and Scandinavian-inspired pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts ocean-blue Jörmungandr design makes it especially suitable for collectors looking for a different color interpretation of the classic Midgard Serpent theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis Shield makes a strong \u003cstrong\u003ewall-display centerpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e for a Viking-themed room, Norse mythology collection, medieval-inspired interior, fantasy display, or historical-inspired décor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking_Blade_Crafts","offers":[{"title":"23 Inches Diameter","offer_id":51365388058876,"sku":"VBC-VS-SERPENT-03","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"26 Inches Diameter","offer_id":51365388091644,"sku":"VBC-VS-SERPENT-04","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"29 Inches Diameter","offer_id":51365388124412,"sku":"VBC-VS-SERPENT-05","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/7622\/6812\/files\/1_2_3834f420-0047-47dc-a6a6-e16b93dd804d.jpg?v=1789998720","url":"https:\/\/vikingbladecrafts.com\/products\/the-ocean-coiler-hand-rendered-jormungandr-blue-viking-shield","provider":"Viking Blade Crafts ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}