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ástar-gyðja

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1 ástar-gyðja

u, f, the goddess of love (Venus), Edda (pref.) 149, Al. 6.
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Runic Inscription

Runic Inscription

ástar-gyðja

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

The runic text above represents the Old Norse word "ástar-gyðja" as it might appear in runic inscriptions from the Viking Age (c. 800-1100 CE).

Abbreviations Used

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

f.
feminine.
l.
Linnæus.
pref.
preface.

Works & Authors

Al.
Alexanders Saga. (G. I.)
Edda
Edda. (C. I.)

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