Montol Green Man by St Justin of Penzance

Montol Green Man pendant

A pewter pendant designed to commemorate the annual Montol festival in Penzance, Cornwall.

Comes on an adjustable black leather thong.

The Montol festival takes place every December in Penzance to celebrate many old Cornish winter traditions, culminating with a big event and torch lit procession on the winter Solstice on the 21st December.

Dating back from the past, long before Christianity, the Green Man is a pagan survivor who, from the 6th century, was absorbed into Christian imagery and can be found in churches and cathedrals all over Europe. With his leaf-covered face he is thought to represent the link between humankind and nature thus signifying life, renewal and rebirth. Once discovered he will guide and protect.

Width: 30mm Height: 36mm

Supplied in a satin and velvet-lined gift box.

The venerable alloy of pewter is made of 92% tin, with copper and antimony to harden it and enhance casting. All of our St Justin Pewter products are LEAD FREE.