Product description
This pendant is made in the shape of the Slavic deity Swiatowid. Swiatowid, also known as Svantevit, was a Slavic deity venerated in the early Middle Ages, especially among the West Slavs. His name means "Lord of the World" and his worship was linked to fertility, harvest, protection and prosperity. Swiatowid was often associated with the sun and was considered an all-powerful god with knowledge of the past, present and future. Swiatowid's main temple stood on the island of Rujana (today the island of Rügen in Germany), where his cult flourished during the early Middle Ages. This temple was unique in that it had four faces, probably symbolic of the omnipresence of the deity. In his temple sacrifices were made and ceremonies performed in honor of Swiatowid. Archaeological excavations on Rujana Island have brought to light some remains of Swiatowid's temple and effigies. The effigies often show the deity with four faces, this pendant is a replica of this.
Details:
Material: bronze
Dimensions: 3,20 cm × 6 mm × 6 mm
Delivered excluding necklace
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 25 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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