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Algiz Rune

Algiz Rune

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runic

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Construction note

Upright stave with two upward arms — straight strokes only, as carved in wood or stone.

About this symbol

Meaning
Protection and defence; sometimes the elk or a reaching hand.
Culture / origin
Germanic / Norse (Elder Futhark)
Era
c. 2nd–8th century CE
Historical context
One of the 24 Elder Futhark runes used for inscriptions and, later, divinatory and protective purposes.

Note: rune sets have been appropriated by hate groups in modern times. Use with their authentic linguistic/historical meaning and avoid extremist framings.

Tags

norseruneprotection

SVG source

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