Aarhus Mask Patch

The Aarhus Mask design is our take on the mammen style carving on a runestone from Aarhus in Denmark.

The granite stone has been dated to around 970-1020. It was found in 1850 in the foundation of a water mill that had burned down where it had been used as a cornerstone. 

The inscription from the stone is thought to translate as: Gunnulfr and Eygautr/Auðgautr and Áslakr and Hrólfr raised this stone in memory of Fúl, their partner, who died when kings fought.

Academics think  that "when kings fought" refers to the Battle of Svolder.

The patch has a handy velcro backing, and is perfect for bags and jackets. 

Desgined and printed by us in Scotland.