Plants have symbolised the energy and course of life. This simple decorative plant motif in this piece of jewellery consists of four palmettes resembling palm leaves that have been spread open to form a fan. This form of ornamentation was known in ancient Egypt from where it later found its way to Europe through antiquity. Plant motifs are familiar also in Christian symbolism, where the message conveyed through adornment was important. It is thought that, for Christians, palmettes symbolised paradise.
Location of discovery: Räisälä.
Period: 1100-1100.
Material: Bronze or Silver.
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