Handmade brass dukach with a bow Lion - decoration, pendant, element for a necklace.

One of the oldest and most popular symbols. The personification of strength, courage, generosity, a symbol of power, bravery and wealth, as well as the elements of the sun and fire. Jewelry with the image of a lion helps a person to find fearlessness and self-confidence.
In heraldic systems, the lion signifies prudence, firmness, and stability. Its solar symbolism is indicated by the golden color. On an emblematic level, the lion is a sign of courage, strength, bravery, as well as generosity and mercy. "To free yourself from your love, you must become a lion," said Zarathustra.
In European heraldry, as a figure symbolizing a king or prince, it is opposed to the eagle, a symbol of the emperor or dependence on him.

This brass lion necklace pendant is an example of high quality traditional ukrainian brass jewellery.

Brass, casting, engraving, inserts - pressed coral, 50x90 mm, weight about 31 g