New grange, is a stone age passage tomb built around 3200BC, older than Stone Henge
and the ancient pyramids. It is part of the World heritage site of Brú na Bóinne one of the
most important Neolithic sites in the world, containing the largest collection of megalithic
art in Western Europe. The kerbstone at the entrance of the tomb is one of the most
beautiful and iconic examples of neolithic rock art. It is adorned with triskeles, spirals and
swirls emphasising the ceremonial and spiritual importance of this site. At Dawn on the 21
December, the Winter Solstice, the sun floods the light-box over the portal tomb in New
Grange lighting up the passageway to the sacred basin stone, marking the lengthening of
the days and the rebirth of nature.
This pendant measures 41mm long and 16mm tall.