Pendant “RAIDHO” – amulet of journey – 12mm – RUNE-05

RAIDHO - the fifth rune of the Elder Futhark (runic alphabet). It represents the 'r' sound and translated as “journey”, “travel” or “riding”. It’s associated with travel, movement, change, transformation and journey of life. It symbolizes the journey as a transformative process both physical and spiritual [1]. All ordered and rhythmic actions, and ritual working are ascribed to RAIDHO [2]. It also represents the courage to step out of the door and reminds to enjoy the ride [3].

Materials: Alkemé™ pendant, leather cord, stainless steal and brass findings.

Colors: silver, black.

Pendant diameter ~ 12,5 mm

Pendant thickness ~ 1 mm
Leather cord length ~ 45 cm

Leather cord diameter/thickness ~ 1 mm

Weight ~ 2,5 g

Runes are the letters of runic alphabets or futharks native to the Germanic peoples (in Scandinavia, England, Central Europe). Runes were used to represent a sound value and also the concepts after which they are named [4].

Alkeme™ is a non-corrosive alloy developed by ImpressArt. It is lead, nickel, and cadmium free. The color is similar to sterling silver [5].

References:

1. https://vikingr.org/magic-symbols/raidho

2. E. Thorsson. “Rune and Rune Magic”, Weiser books, 2018.

3. L. Daligan. “A Guide to Reading the Runes”, CICO books, 2025.

4. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Runes

5. https://www.impressart.com/stamping-blank-hardness-chart