Βυζαντινό Μενταγιόν Star of David Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Byzantine pendant with the meander symbol.
Made of 925° sterling silver.
Handmade Item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Μενταγιόν Πέρλα Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925° sterling silver.
Handmade Item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Μενταγιόν Filigree Θεά Αθηνά – Χρυσό 14Κ
708,00€This coins illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other.
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant.
Made of 14k gold.
The chain shown is not included.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm.
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Μενταγιόν με Θεά Αθηνά – Χρυσό 14Κ και Ασήμι 925
776,00€This coins illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena.
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant.
Made of 14k gold.
Goddess Athena – Athenian silver tetradrachm.
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Lapis Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Medieval Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Κόμπος του Ηρακλή Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
This knot made with two entwined ropes is considered to represent the legendary fertility of God Hercules. This unique chain bracelet is crafted with sterling silver, each link in this bracelet has elaborate engravings, which run along the entire bracelet.
The motif holds the bracelet together in the front while it is secured in the back with a clasp. Its strength is its stylish design. The thick sterling silver wraps comfortably around the wearers hand. Although it is crafted from sterling silver, the bracelet is light and can easily be worn on a daily basis.
Black oxidized background.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Floral Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Ivy Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι με Αμαζονίτη Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Doublet jewelry is very special piece of jewel due to the way it is compounded. Doublet is a modern and very fashionable design that was invented in order to make stones such as lapis lazuli, turquoise and other non-transparent stones glow and create unique colors from them. There is the unification of two gemstones, which usually consists of quartz and another non transparent stone. Quartz in this case gives radiance to the other stone and also volume. Due to its composition doublet jewelry needs to be looked after. To keep them in good shape you need to avoid contact with chemicals, such as soap or perfumes. Quartz has the tendency to lose its shininess when touched with sweaty hands, we advise you from time to time to you use a soft cloth to polish and give brightness to it.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι Fleur De Lis Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινά Σκουλαρίκια Anthemion Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
This pair of earrings is inspired from the greek antefix ornament.
Black oxidized background.
Made in 925° sterling silver.
Handmade earrings.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Μενταγιόν Lapis Lazuli Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
A pendant inspired by a Byzantine design, decorated with Lapis Lazuli gemstone.
Made of 925° sterling silver.
Handmade Item.
The chain shown is not included but is available in our store.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Κολιέ Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925° sterling silver.
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Μενταγιόν Σταγόνα Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925° sterling silver.
Handmade Item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βυζαντινό Μενταγιόν Nonna Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925° sterling silver.
Handmade Item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι Βυζαντινό με Turquoise από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι με Σταυρούς από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι Βυζαντινό από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι Βυζαντινό με Πέρλα από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι Βυζαντινό με Σταυρό από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι Βυζαντινό από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Δαχτυλίδι με Λιοντάρι από Ασήμι 925 – Yianni Jewelry
This sterling silver ring is inspired by the lion motif, a symbol of strength, courage and leadership.
Lions have been widely used in art to provide a sense of majesty and awe. Lions were bold creatures and many ancient cities would have an abundance of lion sculptures to show strength. There are lions at the entrances of cities and sacred sites from Mesopotamian cultures; notable examples include the Lion Gate of ancient Mycenae in Greece that has two lionesses flanking a column that represents a deity. The Lion Gate was the main entrance of the Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae. It was erected during the 13th century BC, around 1250 BC in the northwest side of the acropolis.
These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Βραχιόλι Χειροπέδα με Μαίανδρο- Ασήμι 925
Bracelet inspired by the ancient meander symbol.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Meandros design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
The meander can be described as one of the most important symbols in Ancient Greece.
Μενταγιόν με Κουκουβάγια – Χρυσό 14Κ
258,00€This pendant is inspired by the Ancient Greek jewels which represent the symbol of the Wisdom Owl.
Made in 14k gold.
Owl of Athena
In Greek mythology, a little owl traditionally represents or accompanies Athena, the virgin goddess of wisdom. Because of such association, the bird – often referred to as the «owl of Athena» has been used as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and erudition.
Μενταγιόν με Κουκουβάγια – Χρυσό 14Κ
449,00€This pendant is inspired by the Ancient Greek jewels which represent the symbol of the Wisdom Owl.
Made in 14k gold.
Owl of Athena
In Greek mythology, a little owl traditionally represents or accompanies Athena, the virgin goddess of wisdom. Because of such association, the bird – often referred to as the «owl of Athena» has been used as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and erudition.
Μενταγιόν Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
Pendant with Meander design and a blue opal stone.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
Meandros design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Δαχτυλίδι με Μαίανδρο και Ζαφείρια – Ασήμι 925
Ring with recurrent Greek key design the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver with sapphires and crystals.
Handmade item.
Meandros design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Δαχτυλίδι με Μαίανδρο και Ρουμπίνια – Ασήμι 925
Ring with recurrent Greek key design the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver with rubies and crystals.
Handmade item.
Meandros design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Μενταγιόν με Σπείρα- Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver with white opal stone.
Handmade item.
The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun.. Spirals have been found in burial sites, in vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Καρφίτσα Λεωνίδας – Ασήμι 925
This handmade sterling silver brooch depicting ‘Leonidas’.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver. Oxidized finish.
Handmade item.
Leonidas was a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. Arguably, one of the greatest heroes in the history of ancient Greece. In 480 B.C Leonidas led an army of 6,000 to 7,000 Greeks from many city-states, including 300 Spartans, fought the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae. Leonidas of Sparta blocked the only road through which the massive army of Xerxes could pass. The Persians succeeded in defeating the Greeks but sustained heavy losses. A local resident named Ephialtes led the Persian general by a mountain track to the rear of the Greeks. King Leonidas sent away all the Greek troops and stayed behind with 300 Spartans, 400 Thebans, and 700 Thespian volunteers who refused to leave. They were all killed in the battlefield, protecting their homeland.
Καρφίτσα Κουκουβάγια – Ασήμι 925
A beautiful brooch with the wisdom owl.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver. Oxidized finish.
Handmade item.
Καρφίτσα Μαίανδρος – Ασήμι 925
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun.. Spirals have been found in burial sites, in vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician.
Σκουλαρίκια με Σπείρες – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
Dangle Stud Earrings with Spiral symbol
The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun.. Spirals have been found in burial sites, in vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver with blue opal.
Handmade item
Σκουλαρίκια με Σπείρα – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
Dangle Earrings with Spiral symbol
The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun.. Spirals have been found in burial sites, in vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver with blue opal.
Handmade item
Βραχιόλι με Ελιά – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
Blue Opal Leaf Bracelet with Meander links inspired by the olive leaf symbol. The olive tree in Ancient Greece was a symbol of the Olympic ideal, since an olive branch was the only prize for the Olympic champions. Τhe olive tree symbolizes peace, victory, honor and prosperity.
Handmade item.
Βραχιόλι με Μαίανδρο – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
A sterling silver bracelet featuring the ancient Meander motif with white opal.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Meander design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Βραχιόλι με Δίσκο της Φαιστού – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
A fine silver bracelet featuring the Disc of Phaistos, found at the Minoan palace on the island of Crete. The disc was discovered in 1908 by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier. While it is not clear that it is a script, most attempted decipherments assume that it is; most additionally assume a syllabary, others an alphabet or logography or a calendar.
The bracelet can be made in any desired length (shorter or longer).
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.with blue opal.
Handmade item.
Βραχιόλι Σπείρα – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
This bracelet is made of sterling silver 925 with the beautiful Spiral pattern.
The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun..Spirals have been found in burial sites, uin vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician
Handmade item.
Βραχιόλι Μαίανδρος – Ασήμι 925 και Όπαλ
A sterling silver bracelet inspired by the ancient Meander motif with bright blue opal gems.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
The bracelet can be made in any desired length (shorter or longer).
Handmade item.
Meander design is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek fret or Greek key design, although these are modern designations. One the one hand, the name “meander” recalls the twisting and turning path of the Meander River in Asia Minor, and on the other hand, as Karl Kerenyi pointed out, “the meander is the figure of a labyrinth in linear form” the meaning is that these is no beginning and to end end in some cases so it become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Βραχιόλι Ελιά – 14Κ Χρυσό και Ασήμι 925
This is a silver bracelet with 14k gold olive leaves. The olive wreath also known as kotinos was the prize for the winner at the ancient Olympic Games. It was an olive branch, of the wild- olive tree that grew at Olympia,intertwined to form a circle or a horse-shoe. According to Pausanias it was introduced by Heracles as a prize for the running race winner to honour his father Zeus. In the ancient Olympic Games there were no gold, silver, or bronze medals. There was only one winner per event, crowned with an olive wreath made of wild-olive leaves from a sacred tree near the temple of Zeus at Olympia. Olive wreaths were given out during the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens in honor of the ancient tradition, because the games were being held in Greece.
The bracelet is bendable.
Handmade item.
Δαχτυλίδι Ελιά – Ασήμι 925
Ring inspired by the olive leaf symbol. The olive tree in Ancient Greece was a symbol of the Olympic ideal, since an olive branch was the only prize for the Olympic champions. Τhe olive tree symbolizes peace, victory, honor and prosperity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Κολιέ Κύκλος της Ζωής – Επιχρυσωμένο Ασήμι 925
Necklace inspired by the ancient spiral symbol. Such a design is also called the circle of life design. The spiral is one of the oldest symbols of human spirituality, carved or painted into rocks from thousands of years ago. Symbol of movement and progressive development, growth, expansion, cosmic energy, symbol of the sun.. Spirals have been found in burial sites, in vases, in jewelry, clothing, weapons… They can be seen in every aspect in nature, like the tides in the oceans, the winds, the plants, the shells. The spiral phenomenon has been explained thought mathematics from the time of Archimedes, the great Greek mathematician.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Δίχρωμο Δαχτυλίδι Ελιά – Επιχρυσωμένο Ασήμι 925
Olive Leaves Ring inspired by the the olive tree.
The olive tree in Ancient Greece was a symbol of the Olympic ideal, since an olive branch was the only prize for the Olympic champions. Τhe olive tree symbolizes peace, victory, honor and prosperity.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Βυζαντινό Βραχιόλι με Πέτρες – Επιχρυσωμένο Ασήμι 925
This bracelet is inspired by Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art. A unique and elegant bracelet made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated, decorated with stones. Τhis bracelet was designed to show the glamor of the Byzantine era.
Handmade item. As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Μενταγιόν Μπουζούκι – 14Κ Χρυσό
920,00€Greek Bouzouki Charm with turquoise enamel. The pendant is decorated with rosette motifs.
Made in 14k yellow gold.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Design inspired by the Greek tradition
The Greek bouzouki is a plucked musical instrument of the lute family, called the thabouras or tambouras family. The tambouras has existed in ancient Greece as pandoura, and can be found in various sizes and shapes. The bouzouki and the baglamas are the direct descendants. The bouzouki arrived in Greece following the 1919–1922 war in Asia Minor and the subsequent exchange of populations between Greece and Turkey when the ethnic Greeks fled to Greece. At the end of the 1950s, four-course (tetrachordo) bouzoukia started to gain popularity. The four-course bouzouki was made popular by Manolis Chiotis. Manolis Chiotis was a Greek rebetiko and laiko composer, singer, and bouzouki player. He is considered one of the greatest bouzouki soloists of all time. In the summer of 1961, he played for Aristotle Onassis and Maria Callas and Grace Kelly. Callas told Chiotis that she had been translating the lyrics of his songs to Princess Grace all night long and the American actress loved them because “she is a woman in love.” At that moment, Kelly asked Chiotis what the difference between a bouzouki and an electric guitar is. Chiotis’ answer was rather unexpected; “Mrs. Callas, please explain to Princess Grace that the strings of an electric guitar vibrate due to electricity, while the strings of a bouzouki vibrate through the heart.” *
The rosette (rose) is a timeless jewel, symbol and amulet. The origin of the term is the Greek word for rose – rodon (ρόδον). Its use began in the Mycenaean era and continues as far as the 2nd millennia BC. The Mycenaean Rosette is a motif that was widespread throughout Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and other ancient civilizations. Rosette or Rodax was probably the most popular and favorite decorative element in Mycenaean era, classical antiquity and Byzantine times.