- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: LOTR Official
- Model: WDPN278
- Location: Middle Earth
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| Diameter (in) | Diameter (mm) | Circumference (in) | Circumference (mm) | US / Canada | UK / NZ / AU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.570 | 14.5 | 1.790 | 45.5 | 3 1/2 | G |
| 0.578 | 14.7 | 1.815 | 46.1 | 3 3/4 | G 1/2 |
| 0.586 | 14.9 | 1.840 | 46.7 | 4 | H |
| 0.594 | 15.1 | 1.865 | 47.4 | 4 1/4 | H 1/2 |
| 0.602 | 15.3 | 1.890 | 48.0 | 4 1/2 | I |
| 0.610 | 15.5 | 1.915 | 48.7 | 4 3/4 | J |
| 0.618 | 15.7 | 1.941 | 49.3 | 5 | J 1/2 |
| 0.626 | 15.9 | 1.966 | 49.9 | 5 1/4 | K |
| 0.634 | 16.1 | 1.991 | 50.6 | 5 1/2 | K 1/2 |
| 0.642 | 16.3 | 2.016 | 51.2 | 5 3/4 | L |
| 0.650 | 16.5 | 2.041 | 51.8 | 6 | L 1/2 |
| 0.658 | 16.7 | 2.066 | 52.5 | 6 1/4 | M |
| 0.666 | 16.9 | 2.091 | 53.1 | 6 1/2 | M 1/2 |
| 0.674 | 17.1 | 2.116 | 53.8 | 6 3/4 | N |
| 0.682 | 17.3 | 2.141 | 54.4 | 7 | N 1/2 |
| 0.690 | 17.5 | 2.167 | 55.0 | 7 1/4 | O |
| 0.698 | 17.7 | 2.192 | 55.7 | 7 1/2 | O 1/2 |
| 0.706 | 17.9 | 2.217 | 56.3 | 7 3/4 | P |
| 0.714 | 18.1 | 2.242 | 56.9 | 8 | P 1/2 |
| 0.722 | 18.3 | 2.267 | 57.6 | 8 1/4 | Q |
| 0.730 | 18.5 | 2.292 | 58.2 | 8 1/2 | Q 1/2 |
| 0.738 | 18.7 | 2.317 | 58.9 | 8 3/4 | R |
| 0.746 | 18.9 | 2.342 | 59.5 | 9 | R 1/2 |
| 0.754 | 19.2 | 2.368 | 60.1 | 9 1/4 | S |
| 0.762 | 19.4 | 2.393 | 60.8 | 9 1/2 | S 1/2 |
| 0.770 | 19.6 | 2.418 | 61.4 | 9 3/4 | T |
| 0.778 | 19.8 | 2.443 | 62.1 | 10 | T 1/2 |
| 0.786 | 20.0 | 2.468 | 62.7 | 10 1/4 | U |
| 0.794 | 20.2 | 2.493 | 63.3 | 10 1/2 | U 1/2 |
| 0.802 | 20.4 | 2.518 | 64.0 | 10 3/4 | V |
| 0.810 | 20.6 | 2.543 | 64.6 | 11 | V 1/2 |
| 0.818 | 20.8 | 2.569 | 65.2 | 11 1/4 | W |
| 0.826 | 21.0 | 2.594 | 65.9 | 11 1/2 | W 1/2 |
| 0.834 | 21.2 | 2.619 | 66.5 | 11 3/4 | X |
| 0.842 | 21.4 | 2.644 | 67.2 | 12 | X 1/2 |
| 0.850 | 21.6 | 2.669 | 67.8 | 12 1/4 | Y |
| 0.858 | 21.8 | 2.694 | 68.4 | 12 1/2 | Z |
| 0.866 | 22.0 | 2.719 | 69.1 | 12 3/4 | Z 1/2 |
| 0.874 | 22.2 | 2.744 | 69.7 | 13 | - |
| 0.882 | 22.4 | 2.769 | 70.3 | 13 1/4 | Z1 |
| 0.890 | 22.6 | 2.795 | 71.0 | 13 1/2 | - |
| 0.898 | 22.8 | 2.820 | 71.6 | 13 3/4 | Z2 |
| 0.906 | 23.0 | 2.845 | 72.3 | 14 | Z3 |
| 0.914 | 23.2 | 2.870 | 72.9 | 14 1/4 | - |
| 0.922 | 23.4 | 2.895 | 73.5 | 14 1/2 | Z4 |
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Sterling Silver — The White Horse of the Riddermark
The white horse on a green field. Every soldier in Rohan knew it. Every enemy of Rohan feared it. In a world where heraldry carried the meaning of nations — the White Tree of Gondor, the Red Eye of Mordor, the Eagles of Manwë — the White Horse of Rohan was the emblem of the most formidable cavalry in Middle-earth, a people whose relationship with their horses had no equivalent in any other culture of the Third Age.
This pendant reproduces that heraldry in solid 925 sterling silver — the galloping horse of the Mearas, the Rohirric symbol that rallied free peoples at the darkest moments of the War of the Ring. Officially licensed by New Line Productions. Made in New Zealand. A timeless emblem of strength, loyalty, and the willingness to charge when the darkness seems final.
The White Horse of Rohan is the heraldic emblem of the House of Eorl — the royal line of Rohan — and the national symbol of the entire kingdom. In Tolkien's lore it represents the symbiotic bond between the Rohirrim and their horses, especially the Mearas — the greatest horses in Middle-earth, descended from Nahar, the horse of the Vala Oromë. The white horse on green symbolises vitality, freedom, and the unstoppable force of a people who chose open plains over stone walls. During the War of the Ring it became the symbol of resistance — the banner that flew at Helm's Deep and the charge that saved Minas Tirith.
The Rohirrim did not merely use horses. They were the Eorlingas — the descendants of Eorl — and their relationship with the Mearas went back to the founding of their kingdom. Shadowfax, who carried Gandalf across the length of Middle-earth, was the Lord of all Horses — the greatest of the Mearas, faster than the wind, able to understand the speech of Men. That a horse of that lineage would choose to serve the Grey Pilgrim was not an accident. It was a statement about what the Rohirrim represented in the world.
At the Pelennor Fields, it was the Rohirrim who arrived at the critical moment — six thousand riders cresting the hill at dawn, the horn-cry cutting through the terror of the Nazgûl's presence, the white horse standard visible above the charge as Théoden rode out in front. The white horse on the banner was the last thing the Witch-king's forces saw before the tide turned. That image — a galloping white horse against the dawn sky — is the image this pendant carries.
The horse was also Éowyn's symbol when she rode to the Pelennor in disguise as Dernhelm. She carried the banner of Rohan into battle as a rider of the Mark, concealed behind a visored helm, until the moment she stood over the fallen Théoden and faced the Witch-king of Angmar. The white horse was present at the death of the Lord of the Nazgûl. It tends to be present at important moments.
The Rohan Horse Pendant and the Rohan Helmet Pendant represent two different aspects of the same culture. The helmet is military, specific, associated with the individual warrior — it is the armour of the Rohirrim, the protection they wore into battle. The horse is heraldic, national, the emblem of Rohan as a kingdom and a people — the symbol that appeared on banners, that identified the culture to the outside world, that the Rohirrim themselves would have understood as the essence of who they were.
Both pendants are official and distinctive. The horse pendant at 28mm × 22mm is slightly more compact — a piece that works for daily wearing alongside other jewellery. The helmet pendant makes a larger individual statement. Many collectors choose both.
| 28mm × 22mm — Daily Wear ScaleThe compact dimensions — 28mm wide by 22mm high — make this pendant genuinely versatile for daily wearing. The galloping horse form is clear and recognisable at this scale, the Rohirric character unmistakeable. Small enough to layer with other necklaces; distinctive enough to carry on its own. | Solid 925 Sterling Silver — Nickel FreeCast in solid sterling silver throughout. No plating, no hollow casting, no base metal. Nickel-free and hypoallergenic, safe for all-day wearing. The same precious metal standard as the rest of the official New Zealand collection. |
| The Galloping Horse MotifThe galloping horse of the Mearas — the defining symbol of Rohirric culture — reproduced in sterling silver. The forward momentum of the form, the energy of a creature at full stride, captured in metal by the official New Zealand licence holders using the film production designs. | 45cm Belcher Chain IncludedThe sturdy 45cm (18-inch) sterling silver Belcher chain is included as standard — a link chain that holds the pendant securely and suits the Rohirric aesthetic: functional, strong, built for wearing, not display. Arrives ready to wear or gift immediately. |
| Material | Solid 925 Sterling Silver (925) — Nickel Free, Hypoallergenic |
| Dimensions | 28mm (1.1") wide × 22mm (0.87") high |
| Design | Galloping White Horse — Heraldic Emblem of the House of Eorl and Kingdom of Rohan |
| Chain | 45cm (18") Sterling Silver Belcher Chain — included |
| Licence | Official New Zealand Lord of the Rings Licensee — New Line Productions |
| Guarantee | 5-Year Written Guarantee |
FAQ
What does the White Horse of Rohan symbolise?
The White Horse of Rohan is the heraldic emblem of the House of Eorl (the royal line of Rohan) and the national symbol of the entire kingdom. It represents the symbiotic bond between the Rohirrim and their horses — especially the Mearas, the greatest horses in Middle-earth. In Tolkien's lore it symbolises freedom, speed, vitality, and the fierce loyalty of a people who lived on the open plains. During the War of the Ring it became the banner of resistance — flown at Helm's Deep and at the charge at the Pelennor Fields that turned the tide against Sauron's forces.
Who are the Rohirrim?
The Rohirrim (singular: Rohir) are the people of Rohan — also called the Horse-lords or Riders of Rohan. They are a people of Men descended from the Northmen of Rhovanion, who were granted the green fields of the Riddermark by Gondor after their king Eorl the Young rode to Gondor's aid at the Field of Celebrant. They are defined in Tolkien's world by their extraordinary relationship with horses, their warrior culture, and their plains-dwelling, non-urban way of life. In the War of the Ring they were critical allies of Gondor.
What is the difference between the Rohan Horse and Rohan Helmet pendant?
The Rohan Horse pendant reproduces the heraldic emblem of Rohan — the galloping white horse that appeared on banners, shields, and the national identity of the kingdom. It is 28mm × 22mm, compact for daily wearing. The Rohan Helmet pendant reproduces the distinctive crested war-helm of the Rohirrim warrior — a military, personal piece associated with individual Riders. Both are official sterling silver pendants; many collectors own both.
What is Shadowfax and why does the horse matter in LOTR?
Shadowfax is the Lord of all Horses — the greatest of the Mearas, the royal line of horses in Middle-earth. He chose to carry Gandalf across the length of Middle-earth during the War of the Ring, faster than any other horse could travel. The Mearas were descended from Nahar, the horse of the Vala Oromë, and represented the pinnacle of horse-kind in Tolkien's world. The Rohirrim's bond with horses was so deep that their greatest king, Théoden, chose death in battle on horseback at the Pelennor Fields rather than command from safety.
Is this officially licensed?
Yes — official New Zealand Lord of the Rings licensee, New Line Productions. Made in New Zealand with a 5-Year Written Guarantee.
Is the chain included?
Yes — a 45cm sterling silver Belcher chain is included as standard. Ready to wear immediately.
