The design is based on karjalainen nauhapunos motifs — ancient ribbon patterns used as chain holders (ketjunkannattimet) on women's festive costumes during the late Iron Age in Karelia and Eastern Finland.
Archaeological examples have been found at sites like Tuukkala in Mikkeli and Lapinlahti in Sakkola Finland.
Size 6.5cm x 4cm.
Kalevala Koru makers mark.
This has been cleaned ready to wear.
Wear commensurate with age.
All my items are Antique, Vintage & Preloved, please expect age related wear & tear. Please refer to pictures for more detail. I do my best to describe products to my best knowledge but if you have questions about a item before purchasing please do not hesitate to contact me.
