These unique little hair pins are crafted from solid cow bone and are based on a viking age find from Uppland Sweden.
Most of the large bone needles like this are often believed to be for the hair as they are typically found higher up near the head in grave findings. There is also a theory about these style of pins being used for cloaks but as far as we know this fashion declined in popularity in the later iron ages.
Averages around 6 inches long and 1/3 inch wide at its thickest.
This listing is for one hair pin.
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Lykos
$12.00 – $33.00
5
/5Based on 59 rating(s)
I was helped with questions I had, which I appreciated. I love these. They are definitely real bone, which means the pointed end is a little rough. It’s hand tooled, too. Very lightweight. Works nicely in my thin, fine hair.
Well made and fast shipping
Very neat addition to my hair stick collection! Holds the hair well and is very striking to see. I've had people stop me to comment on it
Great quality, beautiful piece, fast shipping. Will be buying more from this seller shortly.
These needles are so elegant and smooth. The grooves really help hold the hair in place.
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Overall I love this hair pin! It’s sturdy which is necessary for the item.
My only suggesting would be to round over the corners on the decorative carved bands. The hard edges make putting in and taking out the pin a bit tricky to do. This doesn’t change my great opinion of the piece at all! Just takes an extra minute or to in order to put it in and take it out.
Definitely stays in well though!
I twist my hair into a bun and use the pin to hold it, this definitely holds well!
This is a lovely, high-quality hairpin that is perfect for historical dress and practical, everyday use. I also use mine as a candle scribe. Lykos Leather ships fast and his products are always wonderful.
I adore this hair pin!! Its going to be my new go to hair style! I was unsure if it could pin up all my hair because super long hair (hair below my hips) in a bun is a lot for a pin to hold up but it is surprisingly well suited for the job! Defiantly recommend to anyone.
Beautiful, sturdy, and solid. Shipping was fast and the pin was wrapped very well. The grooves catch my hair very nicely so the piece stays secure.