silmästasainen
Silmästasainen is a Finnish term that translates loosely to "eye bracelet" in English. The word is a compound of silmä, meaning eye, and tasainen, typically meaning even or uniform, but in this context it refers to a decorative band or clasp that is worn around the eyes or used as an ornamental adornment for the eye area. The concept is closely linked to traditional Finnish folk ornamentation, where symbolic designs and functional accessories were often crafted into everyday items.
In traditional contexts, silmästasaiset were usually made of metal, bone, or glass and featured geometric patterns,
The design of silmästasainen typically incorporates a semi‑circular shape that can fit around the eyelid or
Research into the historical use of silmästasaiset remains limited. Most surviving examples are found in museum