Vintage Swedish Brass Peaceful Yule Christmas Bell / Fridfull Jul

Description

The inscription on this vintage brass bell reads Fridful Jul (Peaceful Christmas in Swedish.) In smaller letters it continues with … more The inscription on this vintage brass bell reads Fridful Jul (Peaceful Christmas in Swedish.) In smaller letters it continues with "Oh when during Christmas they ring the urging sound of the bells, oh may they bring to my heart, the tidings of the salvation from God." The brass tone is rich and warm.

This bell has been modeled after the renowned bell of the Mora Church . The bell was given to Mora by King Gustaf Wasa in the 16th Century to show his gratitude to the brave Dalecarlians who helped him to defeat the Danes. By this victory a new epoch was introduced, which made the Swedish name known all over the world.

Purchased from an estate sale it is in very good condition and has not been polished, The solid brass measures 2 7/8" x 2 7/8" and weighs almost eight oz. less