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Buy Viking PendantsHere you can buy authentic replicas of medieval ear spoons, needle boxes, and Viking keys. Here you can buy detailed Viking key replicas or functional pendants from the Viking Age based on original finds. Made of high-quality bronze casting or in real silver and just perfect for authentic...
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Buy Viking PendantsHere you can buy authentic replicas of medieval ear spoons, needle boxes, and Viking keys. Here you can buy detailed Viking key replicas or functional pendants from the Viking Age based on original finds. Made of high-quality bronze casting or in real silver and just perfect for authentic equipment in Viking re-enactment. We offer faithfully crafted replicas of Viking toilet articles such as nail cleaners, ear spoons and tweezers as well as awls and prickers and beard combs or various Viking keys and replicas of Viking needle boxes. These historical pendants are a perfect addition to the authentic clothing in Viking and medieval re-enactment. Viking keys – authentic finds from the Viking Age A Viking key is more than just a historical detail – it is a powerful symbol of ownership, protection and authority. In the Viking Age, keys were among the most important everyday objects and were often worn visibly on the belt. Today, they are a sought-after Viking accessory for re-enactments, living history, medieval markets or as authentic collector's items. At Peraperis, you will find high-quality replicas that are closely based on archaeological originals. Archaeological models from ancient places Original keys from the Viking Age have been discovered at important sites such as Birka (Sweden), Hedeby (Germany) and Kaupang (Norway), as well as many other locations. These finds show a wide variety of shapes: from simple, functional iron keys to elaborately designed bronze keys with decorative ends. Particularly characteristic are long shafts, distinctive bit shapes and ring or cross motifs. Our replicas are based on these historical models and bring them to life for today's use. Meaning and use of Viking keys Historical Viking keys were used for everyday purposes and were associated with social status. In the Viking Age, keys were primarily used to lock chests, storage boxes and containers for valuables. At the same time, they had a strong symbolic meaning, especially in connection with the role of women as guardians of the household. A historical key replica is ideal as a belt accessory, as part of an authentic Viking display or as a decorative object with history. If you want to buy a Viking key that combines historical accuracy, high-quality craftsmanship and Nordic symbolism, you will find the right piece for your equipment at Pera Peris.
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Interesting facts about Viking keys

What significance did keys have in the Viking Age? In the Viking Age, keys were primarily tools for locking chests, boxes and storage containers, but they also served as symbols of ownership, responsibility and social status. Archaeological finds indicate that keys were often carried by women,...
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Interesting facts about Viking keys

What significance did keys have in the Viking Age?

In the Viking Age, keys were primarily tools for locking chests, boxes and storage containers, but they also served as symbols of ownership, responsibility and social status. Archaeological finds indicate that keys were often carried by women, usually on their belts, which emphasised their role as managers of the household and supplies. They thus symbolised control over valuable goods and the household.

What materials were Viking keys made of?

Most keys were made of iron and bronze, reflecting the metal resources and technological capabilities available at the time. Keys made of silver are rarer, which could indicate a higher social status or special ownership claims.

Where were keys from the Viking Age found?

Sites such as Birka, Hedeby, Kaupang, Ribe, York and Dublin were important trading and settlement centres where numerous keys have been discovered. These places were hubs of trade, craftsmanship and exchange, indicating that keys played an important role in these societies in the household, in trade and possibly also in legal or social contexts.

Were all the keys found actually used?

Not all keys from the Viking Age are clearly functional; some were more symbolic in nature or artistically designed to demonstrate status and prestige. This points to a complex social significance in which keys also served as status symbols, as they were a symbol of a married woman's status among the Vikings.
What do materials and decorations reveal about social status?
Rich decoration and high-quality materials such as silver could indicate high social status or membership of wealthy families. Such keys not only served practical purposes, but were also an expression of power and ownership.

What insights do keys provide into the social structure?

Keys provide insight into the social organisation, ownership and craftsmanship of the Vikings. They show that ownership and responsibility were expressed not only through material goods but also through symbolic power, suggesting a differentiated society with clear hierarchies, in which there were nobles, free farmers, servants and slaves.

Are Viking keys available as replicas today?

Yes, there are now detailed replicas that are used for Viking re-enactments, as decorations or as collector's items. These replicas help to deepen our understanding of the culture and craftsmanship of the Viking Age. At PERA PERIS - House of History, you can purchase a beautiful selection of historically accurate keys from the Viking Age made of bronze and silver.
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