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.
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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.
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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.