Viking ear spoon Gotland

Product description

The decorative and practical Viking ear spoon is based on a historical find from Gotland, featuring a similar design. Crafted from high-quality bronze.

The original model dates back to the 8th–9th century and features a bearded face with two ravens, likely representing Odin, the father of the gods. Ear spoons were commonly employed in Viking women's attire, often alongside tweezers and prickers, and formed an essential part of their grooming kit. These items were discovered in many Viking settlements.

The ear spoon was typically attached to a long chain or leather strap on oval brooches, hanging at belt level for easy access. The spoon measures 7 x 1 cm. Small thorns, awls, and fine bronze tweezers were utilised for personal hygiene since the Bronze Age, and were even amongst the medical tools used in Egypt and Rome. These items were also widespread amongst Germanic and Viking peoples for maintaining hygiene and beauty.