The amazing duality of Iceland's lopi wool

And how to make sure you get a bona fide Icelandic sweater to take home with you

Last week we had a look at the history of the iconic Icelandic sweater, with which many readers are familiar.

To qualify as a bona fide Icelandic sweater, it must be made with lopi wool, which is the wool unique to the Icelandic sheep.

What makes this wool unique? Icelandic sheep are direct descendants of the sheep brought here by the first settlers, over…