Leaf Ring – 18K Solid Yellow Gold
554,00€Ring inspired by the olive leaf symbol.
Made of 18k gold.
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.
Leaf Ring – 14K Solid Yellow Gold
395,00€Ring inspired by the olive leaf symbol.
Made of 14k gold.
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.
Leaf Zircon Necklace – 14k Yellow Gold
492,00€Made in 14K gold with zircon.
A necklace inspired by the olive branch, a symbol of peace, abundance and achievement.
Handmade item.
Minoan Malia Bees Dangle Earrings – 18K Solid Yellow Gold and enamel
1.134,00€Dangle earrings inspired by the ancient Minoan Greek Malia bees pendant.
Made of 18K Gold.
Handmade item.
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 a stunning, very detailed representation of two bees or wasps storing away a drop of honey in their honeycomb. This pendant is one of the most famous exhibits in the wonderfully Heraklion archeological museum.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Leaf Necklace – 14k Yellow Gold
408,00€Made in 14K gold.
A necklace inspired from the olive branch, a symbol of peace, abundance and achievement.
Handmade item.
Athena and Owl Pendant with Greek Key – 14K Gold
1.155,00€This coin illustrates 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 our 14K Gold Chain in Length 45cm – 50cm – 55cm (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.
Alexander the Great Coin Pendant – 14K Gold
344,00€ – 814,00€Α beautiful and timeless Coin Pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Alexander the Great. The back side is decorated with the Vergina symbol.
Made of 14k gold.
The chain shown is our 14K Gold Chain in Length 40cm (not included).
This Ancient Greek coin represents the Alexander the Great on one side, and the Vergina Sun symbol on the other. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world 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.As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Virgin Mary and Jesus Pendant – 14K Gold
108,00€A beautiful pendant with Virgin Mary and child Jesus icon.
Made of 14k gold.
The chain shown is our Cable Chain in 14K Gold (not included).
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Virgin Mary and Jesus Pendant – 14K Gold
132,00€A beautiful pendant with Virgin Mary and child Jesus icon.
Made of 14k gold
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Virgin Mary and Jesus Pendant – 14K Gold
108,00€A beautiful pendant with Virgin Mary and child Jesus icon.
Made of 14k gold.
The chain shown is our Cable Chain in 14K Gold (not included).
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Jesus Pendant – 14K Gold
108,00€A beautiful pendant depicting Jesus.
Made of 14k gold
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Evil Eyes Chain Bracelet – 14K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Enamel
299,00€Bracelet representing the evil eye symbol.
Made of 14K gold.
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. t is suppose to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece its 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 Eyes Chain Bracelet – 14K Yellow Gold and Enamel
285,00€Bracelet representing the evil eye symbol.
Made of 14K gold.
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. t is suppose to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece its 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.
Eye Chain Bracelet – 14K Yellow Gold with Enamel
265,00€Bracelet representing the evil eye symbol.
Made of 14K gold.
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. t is suppose to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece its 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 Eyes Necklace – 14K Yellow Gold with Turquoise Enamel
386,00€Made of 14K yellow gold and enamel
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.
14K Gold Box Chain 45 cm
262,00€Made of 14K Gold.
Handmade in Greece.
The pendant shown is our 18k Yellow Gold Minoan Bee Pendant (not included).
Goddess Athena Coin Pendant – 14K Gold
577,00€Α beautiful and timeless Coin Pendant with Goddess Athena.
The back side is decorated with the inscription: Alexandrou in Greek fonts.
Made in 14k gold.
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 illustrates the portrait of Goddess. The inscription of Alexander is engraved on the reverse. 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.
As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
14K Yellow Gold Evil Eyes Bracelet
772,00€Made in 14K gold.
Handmade in Greece.
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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.
9K Yellow Gold Eye Zircon Bracelet with Cross
374,00€Evil eye bracelet with zircon.
Made in 9K gold.
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. t is suppose to wear off evil to anyone who wears it and various cultures believe in that, however in Greece its 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.
9K Gold Cross Bracelet with turquoise
152,00€Bracelet with crosses adorned with turquoise stone.
Made in 9K gold.
Evil Eye Bracelet- 14K White Gold
364,00€Made in 14K white gold.
Handmade in Greece.
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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.
14K Yellow Gold Hamsa evil eye necklace
364,00€Necklace with evil eye symbol.
Made of 14K gold.
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 9K Yellow Gold Zircon Necklace
288,00€Eye with chain made of 9K yellow gold with white and blue zircons.
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 suppose 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. Nowadays it’s widely known and has became a trend.
Four Leaf Clover Necklace with Cross – 9K Yellow Gold
204,00€Necklace with fildisi four leaf clover and cross.
Made of 9K yellow gold.
Owl Pendant – 14K Gold with Turquoise Stone
235,00€This pendant is inspired by the Ancient Greek jewels which represent the symbol of the Wisdom Owl.
Made in 14k gold with turquoise stone.
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.
Wisdom Owl Filigree Pendant – 14K Gold with Zircon
257,00€This pendant is inspired by the ancient Greek owl and embellished with a fine filigree. The owl’s eyes are decorated with zircons.
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. As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Wisdom Owl Filigree Pendant – 14K Gold
428,00€This pendant is inspired by the Ancient Greek jewels which represent the symbol of the Wisdom Owl.
Made in 14k gold. The pendant is embellished with a fine filigree.
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.
14k Gold Filigree Pendant – Wisdom Owl with Blue Eyes
428,00€Wisdom Owl Pendant embellished with a fine filigree.
Made in 14k gold. As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
14k Solid Gold Filigree Pendant – Wisdom Owl
428,00€Wisdom Owl Pendant embellished with a fine filigree.
Made in 14k gold.
9K Yellow Gold Evil Eye Bracelet
192,00€Chain bracelet with the evil eye symbol decorated with white zircons.
Made in 9K gold.
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. Nowadays it’s widely known and has become a trend.
14K Gold Evil Eye Bracelet with Turquoise and Zircon
408,00€Chain bracelet with the evil eye symbol decorated with zircons.
Made in 14K gold.
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. Nowadays it’s widely known and has become a trend.
14K Gold Εye bracelet with zircons
321,00€Classic timeless evil eye bracelet with white zircons.
Made in 14K white gold.
Handmade.
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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.
9K Yellow Gold Eye Necklace with zircons
288,00€Eye with chain made of 9K yellow gold with white zircons.
A lovely piece of jewelry to wear every day.
Handmade in Greece.
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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.
Eye Necklace with White and Blue Zircons – 9K Yellow Gold
220,00€Evil Eye Necklace with white and blue zircons.
Made in 9K gold.
Handmade in Greece.
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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.
9K White Gold Necklace Evil eye with Cross
220,00€Necklace with Evil Eye symbol and cross.
Made in 9K gold.
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.
9K White Gold Necklace Evil Eye
220,00€Necklace with Evil Eye symbol.
Made in 9K gold.
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.
9K Gold Black Onyx Cross Necklace with White Zircons
285,00€Black onyx cross in yellow gold 9k, adorned with white zircon stones.
Handmade.
Cross Necklace with White Zircon – 14K Gold
364,00€Black onyx cross adorned with white zircon stones.
Made in 14k yellow gold.
Handmade.
Spartan Helmet Pendant – 14K Yellow Gold
514,00€Pendant with the Spartan helmet.
Made in 14k yellow gold.
The chain shown is our 14K Gold Chain in Length 40cm (not included).
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
The ancient helmets were used to protect the warriors during the war.
As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
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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Filigree Egg Pendant with Spiral Motifs – 14k Gold
556,00€The pendant is embellished with a fine filigree.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Pick up a beautiful gift inspired by the majestic art of Fabergé!
Made in 14k yellow gold and enamel dots in various colors.
Filigree is a delicate kind of jewelry metalwork, made with tiny beads or twisted threads, or both in combination, soldered together or to the surface of an object of the same metal and arranged in artistic motifs. The art of filigree dates back to ancient history. The first of the found jewelry in this technique has been found in Mesopotamia and dates to thousands of years BC. In the ancient world and particularly in Asia Minor, this art grew at the highest level.
Rosette 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 the Mycenaean era, classical antiquity, and Byzantine times.
Fabergé egg is a jeweled egg created by the House of Fabergé, in St. Petersburg, Imperial Russia. Virtually all were manufactured under the supervision of Peter Carl Fabergé between 1885 and 1917,[citation needed] the most famous being the 50 “Imperial” eggs, 43 of which survive, made for the Russian Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II as Easter gifts for their wives and mothers. The first Fabergé egg was crafted for Tsar Alexander III, who had decided to give his wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna, an Easter egg in 1885. Peter Carl Fabergé was a Russian jeweler best known for the famous Fabergé eggs made in the style of genuine Easter eggs, using precious metals and gemstones. He’s the founder of the famous jewelry legacy House of Fabergé.
Filigree Egg Pendant with Rosette Flower – 14k Gold and Turquoise Enamel
642,00€The pendant is embellished with a fine filigree and turquoise enamel.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Pick up a beautiful gift inspired by the majestic art of Fabergé!
Made in 14k yellow gold
Filigree is a delicate kind of jewellery metalwork, made with tiny beads or twisted threads, or both in combination, soldered together or to the surface of an object of the same metal and arranged in artistic motifs. The art of filigree dates back to ancient history. The first of the found jewelry in this technique have been found in Mesopotamia and dates to thousands of years BC. In the ancient world and particularly in Asia Minor, this art grew were at the highest level.
Rosette 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.
Fabergé egg is a jeweled egg created by the House of Fabergé, in St. Petersburg, Imperial Russia. Virtually all were manufactured under the supervision of Peter Carl Fabergé between 1885 and 1917,[citation needed] the most famous being the 50 “Imperial” eggs, 43 of which survive, made for the Russian Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II as Easter gifts for their wives and mothers. The first Fabergé egg was crafted for Tsar Alexander III, who had decided to give his wife, the Empress Maria Feodorovna, an Easter egg in 1885. Peter Carl Fabergé was a Russian jeweller best known for the famous Fabergé eggs made in the style of genuine Easter eggs, using precious metals and gemstones. He’s the founder of the famous jewelry legacy House of Fabergé. (wikipedia)
As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Meander Egg Pendant – 14k Gold and Blue Enamel
920,00€The pendant is embellished with Meander design.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Pick up a beautiful gift inspired by the majestic art of Fabergé!
Made in 14k yellow gold and blue enamel
Fabergé egg is a jeweled egg created by the House of Fabergé, in St. Petersburg, Imperial Russia. Virtually all were manufactured under the supervision of Peter Carl Fabergé between 1885 and 1917,[citation needed] the most famous being the 50 “Imperial” eggs, 43 of which survive, made for the Russian Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II as Easter gifts for their wives and mothers. The first Fabergé egg was crafted for Tsar Alexander III, who had decided to give his wife, the Empress Maria Feodorovna, an Easter egg in 1885. Peter Carl Fabergé was a Russian jeweller best known for the famous Fabergé eggs made in the style of genuine Easter eggs, using precious metals and gemstones. He’s the founder of the famous jewelry legacy House of Fabergé.
Meander or Meandros design, one of the most historic symbols of the Greek World, also called Greek Key and symbolizes long life and eternity.
As in all handmade items there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
14K Gold Goddess Athena Coin Pendant
898,00€The front side of this pendant is decorated with Goddess Athena and the back side is decorated with the wisdom owl
Made in 14k gold and blue enamel.
The chain shown is our Cable Chain in 14K Gold (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.
14K Solid Gold Evil Eye Pendant
344,00€Evil Eye Pendant embellished with granules of precious metal.
Handmade with great attention to detail.
Inspired by the Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek art.
Made in 14k gold.
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.
