The runic stone from Lund

2020-02-13 In Cult Identity Gävleborg Stone Sweden
Description

Runic stone from the 11th century. The text says that someone had the stone risen in rememberance of their son Ebjörn. The runes are carved by the famous Viking Age carver Åsmund Kåreson.

Narrative

Runic stones were risen as a holy act to celebrate the christening of the area. It could also symbolize the building of a bridge and other honorable acts. Only the leading families could afford to have a runic stone risen.

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Koordinātas: 60.66455, 17.06982

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