Olive Leaf Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Blue Opal
Blue Opal Olive Tree Branch Leaf Bracelet 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.
The bracelet can be made in any desired length (shorter or longer).
Handmade item.
Spiral Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
This bracelet is made of sterling silver 925 with the beautiful Spiral pattern.
The bracelet can be made in any desired length (shorter or longer).
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, 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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
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.
Opal Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
Greek design sterling silver Meander bracelet. A sterling silver bracelet featuring the meander symbol with blue opal stones.
This beautiful handmade bracelet is for every day wear or for a special occasion.
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
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.
Spiral Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
A sterling silver bracelet inspired by the ancient Meander motif with bright blue opal gems hand carved in a wavy shape.
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
Blue Opal Silver Meander Bracelet
A sterling silver bracelet inspired by the ancient Meander symbol with bright blue opal stones.
Get it for your loved one, or treat yourself for a classic timeless style.
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.
Phaistos Disc Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
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 of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Phaistos Disc Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Blue Opal
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
A sterling silver bracelet featuring traditional Greek Key or Meander links with bright blue opal stones.
Get it for your loved one, or treat yourself for a classic timeless style.
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.
Meander Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
A sterling silver bracelet featuring the meander symbol with blue opal stones.
This beautiful handmade bracelet is for every day wear or for a special occasion.Get it for your loved one, or treat yourself for a classic timeless style.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
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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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
A sterling silver bracelet featuring Meander or Greek Key links. There are four (large size) or six links (small & medium size) with blue opal.
This beautiful jewelry will make a wonderful gift for a lady. Get it for your loved one, or treat yourself for a classic timeless style.
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.
Meander Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
Blue Opal Silver Meander Bracelet Inspired by the ancient greek meander (meandros) symbol. 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. On 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 there is no beginning and to end in some cases so it becomes the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Olive Leaf Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver with Blue Opal
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.
Spiral Blue Opal Necklace
Necklace inspired by the ancient 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.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Blue Opal Meander round necklace
Meander Blue Opal round necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
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Greek Key Blue Opal necklace
Greek Key Blue Opal necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Minoan Malia Bees Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver with Opal
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with blue opal.
The Minoan Bees Pendant, one of the most famous Minoan artworks, was discovered in the Old Palace cemetery at Chrysolakkos, outside the palace of Malia, the third largest and most significant known Minoan palace after Knossos and Phaistos. Chryssolakkos means the “Pit of gold” because of the many precious objects that were found there. The famous pendant dates back to the Bronze Age, (1800 BC) and it’s an stunning, very detailed representation of two bees or wasps storing away a drop of honey to their honeycomb. This pendant is one of the most famous exhibits in the wonderfully Heraklion archeological museum.
Meander – Greek key Opal necklace
Meander – Greek key Opal necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Traditional Necklace from Ioannina
Byzantine vintage style necklace in sterling silver 925 with engravings and decorations.
Handmade item.
This silver piece come from Ioannina in the Epirus region. Since the Byzantine period and more specifically since the 17th century, Ioannina was a city full of guilds.
The Byzantine traditional patterns are harmoniously combined with artistic motifs from Ioannina art.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Mother of Pearl Evil Eye Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver
Cordon necklace with hanging organic and mother-of-pearl evil eye in sterling silver setting.
The length can be adjusted with this special clasp.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Evil Eye
The symbol and superstition of the evil eye is one of the strongest symbolic images in the world. The earliest known evidence for belief in the evil eye goes back to ancient Greece and Rome. It is supposed to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece it’s blue because at that time blue eyes were not so common and were thought to give the evil eye, so the blue is like a mirror to them.
Evil Eye Rozario Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver
Long rosary bead necklace with organic mother-of-pearl evil eye in the setting.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Evil Eye
The symbol and superstition of the evil eye is one of the strongest symbolic images in the world. The earliest known evidence for belief in the evil eye goes back to ancient Greece and Rome. It is supposed to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece it’s blue because at that time blue eyes were not so common and were thought to give the evil eye, so the blue is like a mirror to them.
Chain Necklace with a Colored Eye – 925 Sterling Silver
Long necklace with organic mother-of-pearl evil eye.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Evil Eye
The symbol and superstition of the evil eye is one of the strongest symbolic images in the world. The earliest known evidence for belief in the evil eye goes back to ancient Greece and Rome. It is supposed to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece it’s blue because at that time blue eyes were not so common and were thought to give the evil eye, so the blue is like a mirror to them.
Blue opal v-shaped necklace with Meander
Blue Opal meander necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Meander – Blue opal silver necklace
Blue Opal meander necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Meander – Greek key opal necklace
Blue Opal meander necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Meander Opal Necklace
Blue Opal meander necklace
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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases, so it has become the symbol of long life and eternity.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Snake Goddess Drop Earrings – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Drop Earrings inspired by Minoan jewellery. “Snake goddess” is a type of figurine depicting a woman holding a snake in each hand, as found in Minoan archaeological sites in Crete. The first two of such figurines were found by the British archaeologist Arthur Evans and date to the Minoan civilization. Symbol of birth, fertility, death and rebirth not only of human but also of the universe.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Gold Plated Minoan Phaistos Disc Pendant
Minoan Phaistos Disc pendant. The Phaistos Disc is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete. Now, the island of Crete is part of modern Greece. The disc was discovered in 1908 by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier in the Minoan palace-site of Phaistos. 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.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Sterling Silver Snake Ring
Sterling Silver Snake Ring.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Gold plated meander necklace
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases so it becomes the symbol of long life and eternity.
Greek Key Meander Necklace
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases so it becomes the symbol of long life and eternity.
Vergina Star Ring – 14K Gold and Sterling Silver
260,00€This ring was inspired by the ancient Greek Vergina Sun symbol.
Made in 925°sterling silver and 14K gold.
Handmade in Greece.
History
The Vergina Sun also known as the “Star of Vergina” is a rayed solar symbol appearing in ancient Greek art. The Vergina Sun proper has sixteen triangular rays. The name “Vergina Sun” became widely used after the archaeological excavations in and around the small town of Vergina, in northern Greece, during the late 1970s.
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Phaistos Disc Ring – 14k Gold and Sterling Silver
This beautiful gold ring represents the disc of Phaistos.
Made of 14K Gold and 925⁰ sterling silver.
The Phaistos Disc is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete. Now, the island of Crete is part of modern Greece. The disc was discovered in 1908 by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier in the Minoan palace-site of Phaistos. 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.
Handmade item.
Constantinato Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
320,00€ – 856,00€A handmade gold pendant that depicts Saints Constantine and Helena on the one side and Christogram with the initials IC XC NIKA (Jesus Christ conquers) on the other side.
Is a unique pendant which you can offer to your special ones as a protection gift or buy it for yourself.
Handmade with the great attention to detail.
Made in 14k gold.
Leaf Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver
A necklace inspired from the olive branch, a symbol of peace, abundance and achievement. 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.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Olive leaves necklace
A necklace inspired by the olive branch, a symbol of peace, abundance and achievement. 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.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated
Handmade item.
Phaistos Disk Ring – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
This beautiful ring represents the disc of Phaistos. The Phaistos Disc is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete. Now, the island of Crete is part of modern Greece. The disc was discovered in 1908 by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier in the Minoan palace-site of Phaistos. 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, making it one of the most famous mysteries of archaeology. The disk is about 15 cm in diameter and covered on both sides with a spiral of stamped symbols. The disc features 241 tokens, comprising 45 distinct signs, which were apparently made by pressing hieroglyphic “seals” into a disc of soft clay, in a clockwise sequence spiraling toward the center of the disk. This unique object is now on display at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion.
Handmade item.
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
Minotaur and Double Axe Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Ancient Minoan Cretan Pendant with Minotaur and Double Axe.
In Greek mythology, the Minotaur is a mythical creature portrayed in Classical times with the head and tail of a bull and the body of a man. He dwelt at the center of the Labyrinth, which was an elaborate maze-like construction designed by the architect Daedalus and his son Icarus, on the command of King Minos of Crete. The Minotaur was eventually killed by the Athenian hero Theseus.
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Minoan Bees Pendant – 14k Gold and Sterling Silver
A pendant inspired by the ancient Minoan Greek Malia bees pendant.
Made of 14k Gold and sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
The chain shown is our Cable Chain – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated (included).
History
The Malia honeybee pendant was discovered at Chryssolakkos, of the Minoan Palace of Malia on the island of Crete, and is thought to date to c.1800 BC. The named Chryssolakkos that means the “pit of gold” because of the precious objects that the farmers used to find there. The Minoan Palace is situated 3 km east of Malia town and is the third most significant known Minoan Palace after Knossos and Phaistos. This pendant is in the shape of two bees, or wasps, storing away a drop of honey in a comb. The Bees pendant is one of the most famous exhibits in the Herakleion Museum.
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Olive Leaves Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver
A beautiful and elegant bracelet tribute to the olive branch, a symbol of peace, abundance and achievement.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
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.
Goddess Athena Coin Hinge Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver
Cuff bracelet inspired by the ancient Athena tetradrachm. This coin is 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.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
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”).
Meander Bangle Bracelet – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Bracelet inspired by the ancient Meander symbol, a symbol of long life and eternity.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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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. On 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 there is no beginning and no end in some cases so it becomes the symbol of long life and eternity.
Minoan Phaistos Disk Earrings – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
A pair of earrings inspired by the ancient disk found in Phaistos.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece.
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History
The Phaistos Disc is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete. Now, the island of Crete is part of modern Greece. The disc was discovered in 1908 by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier in the Minoan palace site of Phaistos. 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.
Double Headed Axe Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Labrys Axe Pendant. Labrys is, according to Plutarch, Minoan word for the double headed axe called in Greek πέλεκυς (pélekus). In ancient Crete, the double axe was an important sacred symbol of the Minoan religion. In Crete it never accompanies male gods, but always female goddesses. It seems that it associated with the worship of Mother Earth or Great Goddess.
Design inspired by Ancient Greece.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade pendant.
The chain shown is our Sterling Silver Cable Chain – Length 45 cm (not included).
