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Rune stone U1048, L1944:6238, Björklinge 25:1 in Uppsala, Uppsala

Photo of Rune stone U1048, L1944:6238

Interpretation of the runes

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

Gillaug had (the stone) cut in memory of Jôrundr, her son. (He) died in Hedeby.

kilauk ' lit ' hakua ' at ' i(o)rut · sun sin ' (t)o ' i haiþaby

kilauk ' lit ' hakua ' at ' i(o)rut · sun sin ' (t)o ' i haiþaby

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Geographic location of this rune inscription

The rune inscription is located in Björklinge parish in the Uppsala municipality (Uppsala county).

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Facts about this rune inscription

Description Content
Latitude: 60.026861
Longitude: 17.552792
Remnant ID: L1944:6238
Swedish National Heritage Board ID: Björklinge 25:1
Swedish rune inscription ID: U1048 (Uppland)
Object: Rune stone
Material: Dark granite with lightred surface
Rune carver: Samma som gjort U 1050 och 1060
Antiquarian assessment: Ancient monument
Period: Viking Age
Dating: Late 11th century – early 12th century
Current status: Confirmed on location
Damage status: Damage
Name:
County: Uppsala
Municipality: Uppsala
Parish: Björklinge
Swedish National Heritage Board information: » L1944:6238