|
Front page > Jewelry > Story of the jewelry > Classics |
ClassicsHalikko necklaceOne of the most known piece of Kalevala Jewelry is the Halikko necklace . The prototype of this Kalevala Jewelry design dates back to the 12th century. The string of filigreed balls was found with three silver cross pendants in Halikko, in southwestern Finland. The valuable find was buried in an earthenware jar during the conversion of Finland to Christianity, about 800 years ago. Treasure necklaceThe prototypes of this necklace’s dangles derive from caches hidden in the ground a thousand years ago. In troubled times, people often hid their valuables underground, although the caches might also have had religious significance. Treasure necklace incorporates the most attractive dangles discovered as hidden treasure. The Sun LionLion is a king of animals. Collection Sun Lion was designed to celebrate Kalevala Koru Oy´s 60th year anniversary. Paradise necklaceTwo long-necked birds, presumably peacocks, have been immortalised to adorn this stunning paradise necklace . Peacocks were considered residents of paradise – symbols of heavenly splendour and immortality. The piece features the symbol of paradise in early Christian art, in which paradise was the dominion of the heavens.
|
|