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Runic Inscriptions in the Orkneys

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No. XV Arnfithr, Matr, Raeist Runar Thaesar — Arnfith Mate Carved These Runes

The word Matr may signify “the mighty,” or “the greedy.”—Professor Stephens.

Arnfithr Matr Raeist Runar Thaesar.

Arnfinn Mat (perhaps the greedy) engraved these runes.

Matr was a nickname.—Professor Munch.

Arnfithr Matr Raeist Runar Thaesar.

Arnfinn, glutton, carved these Runes.—Professor Rafn.

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