An 18K gold necklace "Sun lion". Kalevala koru, Helsinki 1998.
An 18K gold necklace "Sun lion". Kalevala koru, Helsinki 1998.
Length 45 cm.
Width 3-25 mm.
Weight 32 g.
Insignificant wear. Engraving.
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The piece of jewellery is based upon and inspired by thee crusifix found at the Åminne manor in Halikko, Finland. THe crusifix is a part of the Halikko treasure found in 1887 and it dates back to the 12th century. The treasure consists of two silver crosses, one gilded silver crusifix and a silver collier made of filigree ornamented beads. The Halikko treasure is the most valuable treasure found in Finaland and one of the most notable in the Nordic countries.
Source: Kalevala Koru's archive.
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