
Rune
Historical Origin
Runes have origins in Europe thousands of years ago, giving them a sense of history.

The Viking helmet had runes that hinted at its Norse origins.
Not Modern Alphabet
Runes are distinct from the modern English alphabet, they look more angular and symbolic.

Medieval manuscripts occasionally contained runes, not our current letters.
Cultural Significance
Runes hold significant cultural value and are seen in historic artifacts and monuments.

Nordic countries have stones with runic inscriptions as part of their heritage.
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