Iron Harmony Service Hand Bell / Brass Butler Hand Call Bell

Wrought iron bell For almost a century and a half, bells have been an integral part of Russian life, being one of the most important signaling means. From the end of the 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century, the most famous bells were "podduzhnykh" bells. They were so called because they were hung under the arch of the coronet in post and courier troikas. Before bells a similar role was performed by a horn, however, he did not take root in Russia because of its cheaper counterpart - a youth whistle. Visiting Russia in 1633, 1636 and 1639 the German diplomat, scholar and traveler Adam Olearii wrote that the coachmen sincerely confessed that the whistle can be heard farther and the horses run much faster under it. Made of iron and has a lifetime guarantee - you can pass it on to your grandchildren by inheritance! Such a gift can be wrapped in Kraft paper, tied with a harness, tied brightly colored beads on the ends of the rope and it's quite a beautiful and atmospheric one. Forged Russian bell is accompanied by instructions in English. Material Forged Iron Sizing 25х5х5cm