Authentic Moen Bell Made In Norway with Sun Valley Script

Traditional Moen Bells of Norway.  These beautiful Moen bells were first produced by Tobias Moen in 1922 on the West Coast of Norway. Formed from iron sheets, these gorgeous sheep, goat and cow bells are coated with brass recycled from spent ammunition cartridges reclaimed from Norwegian military practice ranges. From bullets to bells, the bells are still made in the same tradition as they were over 100 years ago. Style: Sun Valley script is black laser etched, the script is on one side of the bell Size: 3.5" | 2.75" Bell Material: Iron sheets coated with brass recycled from spent ammunition cartridges reclaimed from Norwegian practice ranges Strap: Norwegian Bunad Made in Norway  A card with the maker’s story is included with purchase Maker's Story Moen Bells Moi, Norway Founded in 1922 First produced by Tobias Moen in 1922 in the picturesque town of Moi, Norway. Moen bells are formed from iron sheets and coated with recycled brass from spent ammunition cartridges reclaimed from Norwegian military practice ranges. Initially used by farmers to locate their livestock grazing in the vast hills during summer months, the bells stood idle in winter months. As the farmers took to the hills to ski, they decided to bring the bells along to route each other on. Unknowingly they began the European tradition to cheer skiers on with the bells. In 2002, the bells became an American staple at the Salt Lake City Olympics. Whether cheering on athletes or milestone moments these iconic bells hold a place in history and continue to be made in Norway as they were over 100 years ago. Images and Text: Independent Goods