These blackened elk jawbones have been transformed into striking Norse inspired ritual decor, each one hand painted with a variety of Icelandic magical staves. The symbols reflect the broader tradition of Icelandic folk magic, where different staves were historically used for many purposes including protection, guidance, luck, and strength. Because each bone carries a different combination of staves, every piece has its own unique symbolic character.
The natural form of the elk jawbone paired with the dark finish and painted staves creates a powerful display for an altar, ritual space, or wall. Bone has long been used in spiritual practices as a material connected to the natural world, making these pieces especially fitting for pagan spaces that honor nature, symbolism, and old magical traditions.
Details
• Listing is for one elk jawbone
• Two options available, each with a different set of Icelandic magical staves
• Each jawbone measures 13 inches in length
• Ethically sourced elk jawbone with blackened finish
• Hand painted Icelandic magical staves
• Twine attached for easy wall hanging
• Handmade in the USA
Perfect For
• Norse pagan altar spaces
• Icelandic magical stave decor
• Heathen ritual and devotional areas
• Wall displays featuring ethically sourced bones
• Pagan home decor with historical symbolism