Pendant depicting a Zaporozhian Cossack, a member of the historic Cossack community that played an important role in the history of Ukraine.
- Material: Zinc alloy
- Dimensions: 20 × 40 mm
The Zaporozhian Cossacks lived from the 16th century onwards, primarily along the lower reaches of the Dnieper River in what is now Ukraine. Their centre was the Zaporozhian Sich, a fortified settlement with its own military organisation and self-government. The Cossacks were known as skilled horsemen, infantrymen and sailors. They carried out campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean Khanate, defended frontier regions and took part in wars and uprisings against Polish rule.
Cossack society placed great importance on personal freedom, military traditions and the election of its own leaders.
The Zaporozhian Cossacks remain an important part of Ukrainian history, folklore and national identity. Their images can still be found in art, souvenirs and jewellery.
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