Historical Headwear | Höfuðdúkr

Authentic Viking Age headwear (Höfuðdúkr) hand-sewn with historical accuracy. Each piece is made to order with careful attention to historical detail and comfort. Created from 100% natural materials in historically accurate colors based on archaeological findings from the Viking Age period (793-1066 CE).

Our headwear collection includes:

Women's Headwear: • Linen Veils - natural and white • Wool Caps • Head Bands

Men's Headwear: • Birka Panneled Hats - based on archaeological findings from Birka • Hedeby Pillbox Hats - inspired by discoveries from Hedeby trading settlement • Wool Caps

Unisex Options: • Linen Kveif - practical underhat/cap for:

Protecting head from sun
Absorbing sweat during activities
Keeping hair in place (especially useful for women)
Wearing under other hats for comfort

Each piece features: • Traditional hand-stitching techniques • Historically accurate patterns and construction • Natural materials - wool and linen • Detailed instructions for proper historical wear

Perfect for completing your Viking Age ensemble at reenactment events and living history gatherings. For ready-made items available for immediate shipping, please visit our Ready-made Historical Garments collection. For fully custom orders with unique designs, please visit our Custom Orders section in Artisan's Corner.

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Free delivery worldwide

We’re excited to offer free worldwide delivery on all purchases over 5,000 NOK (approximately 500 EUR). Wherever you are, experience the convenience of seamless shipping on all our handcrafted, historically inspired garments. We take pride in bringing history to you, with care taken in every stitch and detail—and now with no added shipping costs for qualifying orders!

Satisfied or refunded

We want you to be fully satisfied with your purchase, so we offer a 30-day return policy for items that arrive damaged, defective, or do not fit as expected. If there’s an issue with your product, please contact us within 30 days of receiving your order. We’ll gladly assist with returns or exchanges to ensure you receive a garment you’re completely happy with. Note that items must be unworn and in original condition to qualify for a return or exchange. Your satisfaction and confidence in our craftsmanship are important to us!

Top-notch support

We’re here to help every step of the way! At Mimir’s Saum, we pride ourselves on top-notch support and being easy to reach. Whether you have questions about our products, need assistance with an order, or want guidance on sizing and materials, our team is available and ready to assist. Feel free to reach out anytime at contact@mimirs-saum.com—we look forward to helping you with anything you need!

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Shop with confidence—your payment security is our priority. We offer secure payment options, accepting major debit and credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. For added convenience and peace of mind, you can also choose PayPal at checkout. Enjoy a smooth, safe shopping experience every time you order from us!