Sacred Elk pendant made of shungite

Moose played a significant role in the beliefs and mythology of various peoples, especially those who lived in northern regions where moose were common. 

Totem beliefs: Many Native American tribes in North America had a totem animal, which meant that the tribe saw it as their kindred spirit or patron. It was believed that the totem moose gave its supporters strength, endurance, and wisdom. 

Symbol of strength and endurance: The moose was often associated with strength and endurance because of its large figure and ability to travel long distances in the harsh conditions of the northern forests and tundras. Religious Rites and Cults: In some cultures, moose played a role in religious rituals. For example, northern peoples such as Siberian shamans may have had rituals associated with honoring the spirits of the moose or conducting moose hunting rituals. 

Prophetic Signs: For some cultures, the moose may have been a symbol of prophecy or foretelling. For example, a moose's behavior or encounter in a certain place could be interpreted as a portent of future events. 

Symbol of contact with the spiritual world: Beliefs about the moose may also reflect its role as a mediator between the physical and spiritual worlds. Some cultures believed that the moose had special powers and was connected to spiritual forces or worlds. 

These beliefs and symbols may vary from culture to culture and tradition to tradition, but they reflect the important place of the moose in the mythology and religious practices of different peoples.

Size: ~ 3.5 cm x 4 cm
Weight: ~ 9 grams