The Danu Hair-Sword

Inspired by the Celtic Goddess Danu

Danu, who's name translates to "divine waters" is one of the oldest deities in the Celtic pantheon, a primordial goddess often regarded as the mother of all gods, or the "earth-mother goddess". She can also be referred to as Ana, Anu, or Dana and in Welsh mythology, she is often called Don. In some interpretations she is said to haven given birth to the Tuatha Dé Danann, a mythical race of gods believed to have inhabited Ireland before the arrival of humans.

A walk through the art:

A crescent moon sits at the top symbolizing the divine feminine. Etched on the moon is an intertwining length of Celtic Sailor's Knots. These knots are believed to have been created by Celtic sailors who spent long periods away from home. The intertwined loops, without any visible beginning or endings, symbolize emotional bonds, loyalty, love, and safe passages.

Across the hilt, three spinning globes represent the earth she mothers. Each globe depicts a different region, a reflection of her dominion over all lands and her presence in every cycle of life. 

The river etched down the blade flows through a mountain pass, a direct reference to the sacred waters that bear her name. In Celtic tradition, rivers were believed to be physical manifestations of Danu herself, winding pathways of life and transformation. 

Materials: Made from durable zinc alloy, nickel and lead free

Dimensions: Measures six (6) inches long

Uses: while it is designed to be a hair-stick, hair-sword, or hair-dagger, it can also be used as an athame, altar decor, letter opener, bookmark, decor for a potted plant, a prop for an art doll, or tucked into a belt, thigh garter, or hat band. I'm sure there are even more ways to slay.