925 Silver Long Viking Bird/Dove Toggle Clasp Necklace

925 Silver Long Viking Bird/Dove Toggle Clasp Necklace measuring 72cm long with a sweet toggle clasp stamped '925' on the ring.  Possibly a Kalevala Koru piece, this beautiful necklace features a bird brooch, likely a dove crafted in 925 silver as a reproduction of one of the artefacts found in Sweden from the Viking period (793 AD to 1066 AD) e.g., Blekinge.  The bird has a simple cut out design and with arrowhead or chevron marks depicting his feathers.  He is stamped '925' on the one side and the necklace and pendant together weigh 9.3g.

Kalevala Koru stands as a premier artisanal jewellery brand in Finland, renowned for its culturally rich designs rooted in Finnish folklore and ancient artefacts.  Established in 1935 by Elsa Heporauta as a women’s cooperative in Helsinki, the company crafts and markets high quality jewellery in gold, silver (including 925 sterling), and bronze.  All designs are conceived and much of the production takes place in Finland, employing local artisans and favouring sustainable materials, often sourced from recycled metals due to limited local deposits.  Inspired by the Kalevala epic and Viking era treasures, such as the Hattula bird pendant and Blekinge runestone motifs, Kalevala Koru has been creating historically evocative pieces since the 1950s, with a focus on preserving Nordic heritage. Their collection, spanning 100 unique designs, includes pendants, rings, and cufflinks, with replicas produced for over 50 years.  Bronze variants, popular since the 1990s, complement their silver and gold offerings, appealing to collectors. The company’s commitment to ethical craftsmanship and cultural legacy distinguishes it within Northern Europe’s jewellery scene.