Boar Feet Bones

These are wild boar foot bones that have been ethically sourced and cleaned. Each is unique. and contains 5 unsorted mixed toe bones, tarsal bones, finger bones, sesamoid bones, etc., and sometimes only part bones.

It is thought that worshipping the mark of the wild boar was linked to worshipping a goddess similar to Freya, the later Scandinavian goddess of land and fertility who was thought of as the mother of the gods and was sometimes called Nerthus, Herthe, Gerthe or Gerd. To the ancient Celts, the boar was thought to have great sexual power and was regarded as a symbol of fertility, abundance and future prosperity.

The significance of the wild boar varies across different cultures and countries, yet many of its characteristics remain universal and timeless. The wild boar, known for its fierce determination, will stop at nothing to protect its young when threatened by hunters. Unyielding and resilient, boars never back down, regardless of their opponent's superiority. They fearlessly face predators and even hunters, proving their strength and tenacity. Because of this characteristic, they represent bravery, command, control and fighting spirit. 

You will receive 5 bones in a glass jar or dome. Jar is approximately 7cm x 3cm. Perfect for your oddity collection, altar, or to use in rituals or bone casting.