The Swedish rune map
All Sweden’s rune inscriptions in one place

Rune stone Ribbystenen, Sö240, L2014:5016, Västerhaninge 205:1 in Haninge, Stockholm

Photo of Rune stone Ribbystenen, Sö240, L2014:5016

Interpretation of the runes

The inscription is translated into English according to the Scandinavian Runic-text Database:

Sveinn had the stone raised in memory of Hróðgísl, his father.

· suin · lit · raisa · stain · at · roþisl · faþr · sia ·

· suin · lit · raisa · stain · at · roþisl · faþr · sia ·

Info
Would you like to write in rune letters? Download The Swedish rune map Futhark font.

Geographic location of this rune inscription

The rune inscription is located in Västerhaninge parish in the Haninge municipality (Stockholm county).

Open in Google maps | Open in Apple maps

The GPS position may not be entirely accurate. It can differ up to a few tens of meters.

Facts about this rune inscription

Description Content
Latitude: 59.118531
Longitude: 18.1105
Remnant ID: L2014:5016
Swedish National Heritage Board ID: Västerhaninge 205:1
Swedish rune inscription ID: Sö240 (Södermanland)
Object: Rune stone
Material:
Rune carver: Amunde (A)
Antiquarian assessment: Ancient monument
Period: Viking Age
Dating:
Current status: Confirmed on location
Damage status: Undamaged
Name: Ribbystenen
County: Stockholm
Municipality: Haninge
Parish: Västerhaninge
Swedish National Heritage Board information: » L2014:5016