Viking age key pendant, a symbol of power

Through history the key has been a symbol of power and authority. The one who had the key also had power so the carrier wanted to show the rest that he/she had a key. It could be worn around the neck as a necklace or hanging in the belt. This type of key was common during the viking age.

Its hand forged made with traditional blacksmithing techniques out of iron. It has a coating of burnt linseed oil to prevent rust and to get this beautiful black color.