Witan T-Shirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes | Heritage Clothing
Light Blue / S
£24.99
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Witan T-Shirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes | Heritage Clothing
£24.99
Witan T-Shirt — Council of the Saxon Kings | In an Age of Heroes
Before the Norman Yoke fell, England was governed by the Witan — the council of wise men who advised the Saxon kings, shaped law, and held the kingdom together through raid, famine, and war. This graphic tee puts that world on your chest: a king with his council, rendered in vintage style, framed with the words In an Age of Heroes. Worn, storied, and rooted in the early medieval world that shaped England long before 1066. Wear it to history meetups, reenactments, or anywhere you want your heritage to speak for itself.
Product features
- Unisex adult fit — true to size across S–5XL
- 100% cotton, 180 g/m² — durable, comfortable, long-lasting
- Tubular knit with no side seams for a smooth, waste-reducing silhouette
- Ribbed collar and shoulder tape to retain shape and prevent stretching
- Tear-away label for comfort
- OEKO-TEX certified — tested for harmful substances
- Available in 5 colours: Light Blue, Light Pink, Sand, White, Yellow Haze
- Made in Nicaragua
Size guide
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length (from centre back), in | 15.10 | 16.50 | 18.00 | 19.50 | 21.00 | 22.40 | 23.70 | 25.00 |
Care instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low heat
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
Frequently asked questions
What was the Witan?
The Witan — short for Witenagemot, meaning "meeting of wise men" — was the Anglo-Saxon royal council that advised the king on matters of law, taxation, war, and succession. It was one of the earliest forms of representative governance in English history, and its decisions shaped the kingdom from the early medieval period right up to the Norman Conquest of 1066.
What does "In an Age of Heroes" mean?
It is the tagline on the graphic — a nod to the epic, saga-like quality of the Anglo-Saxon age, when kings, thegns, and councils governed a kingdom that produced figures like Alfred the Great, Æthelstan, and Harold Godwinson. The phrase frames the Witan not as a dry institution but as part of a heroic, storied world.
What does the graphic show?
The design features a king seated with his council — rendered in a vintage, illustrative style with rustic lettering and banner framing. It draws on the visual language of early medieval manuscript illumination and saga tradition.
Is this a unisex fit?
Yes — the tee is a unisex adult fit, true to size across S–5XL, and suits both men and women.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — a strong gift for fans of Anglo-Saxon history, early medieval England, reenactors, history teachers, or anyone who believes the Saxon side of the story deserves to be heard.
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Product information: Gildan 5000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults only. Made in Nicaragua.
Care instructions: Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F). Non-chlorine bleach as needed. Tumble dry low heat. Do not iron. Do not dry clean.
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