The Viking cup from Lejre was found in the 19th century during fieldwork near the Danish town of Lejre, which was the seat of Danish kings during the Iron Age and Viking Age.
Today, the original Lejre cup is on permanent display at the Danish National Museum in Copenhagen.
The original Viking cup from Lejre was made of pure silver and decorated with niello (black) fillings.
This replica is made of genuine brass plated with silver, which faithfully imitates the appearance of the original.
The dimensions of the cup are 7 × 5,5 cm and correspond to the historical model. Its volume is approximately 120 ml.
The Viking cup from Lejre is a historical prop that is not certified for food contact.
In 1850, a Danish farmer was working in a field near Lejre when he discovered a large silver treasure containing three jars and other valuables. He took these objects to a goldsmith in Roskilde.
The Viking treasure from Lejre dates from the late 10th century and contains several extremely valuable items, including a large liturgical silver bowl of Anglo-Saxon origin and two smaller vessels.
The smallest silver cup from Lejre is decorated with four winged female figures of Norse origin, created using the niella technique. These winged figures are thought to represent the Viking goddess Freya. According to the Edda, Freya wore a cloak of falcon feathers that allowed her to fly in the form of a falcon.
- Dimensions: 5,5 x 7 cm
- Material: brass
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