Sterling Silver Marquise Drop Pendant Necklace
A beautiful necklace representing the evil eye protection symbol.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Mati Collection
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.
Tear Drop Fildisi Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Tear Drop Pariba Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Tear Drop Green Copper Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Tear Drop Amazonite Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Tear Drop Lapis Lazuli Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Minoan Bees Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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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 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 and is one of the most famous exhibits in the Heraklion Museum.
Sterling Silver Gold Plated Lace Necklace with Granules
This necklace is decorated with granules of precious metal. This technique is called granulation and is thought to have its origins in Mesopotamia about 5,000 years ago. Granulation(from Latin: granum = “grain”) is a jewellery technique whereby a surface of a jewel is covered with small spheres or granules of precious metal.
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.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Sterling Silver Gold Plated Drop Earrings
Sterling Silver Gold Plated Drop Earrings
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.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Hercules Coin Pendant – Gold Plated
Handmade item.
Made in 925°sterling silver and gold plated.
Hercules – Tetradracm
The head of Heracles, wearing a lion’s hide and perhaps bearing the features of Alexander, is engraved on the obverse. Enthroned Zeus, holding an eagle is depicted on the reverse. The inscription of Alexander is also engraved on the reverse. Hercules is a Roman hero and god, the most popular figure from ancient Greek mythology. He was the equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles, who was the son of Zeus and the mortal woman Alcmene. In classical mythology, Hercules is famous for his strength and for his numerous far-ranging adventures.
Sterling Silver Meander Earrings
Earrings inspired by the Greek Key meander symbol.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Meandros Collection
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.
Meander – Hoop Earrings in Sterling Silver
Earrings inspired by the Greek Key meander symbol.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Meandros Collection
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.
Evil Eye Pendant with Meander
Evil Eye Pendant with the Greek key design known as meandros.
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Mati Collection
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.
Spartan Shield Pendant
The 300 Spartans Shield.
This pendant represents the shield of Leonidas. 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, who 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 on the battlefield, protecting their homeland.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade pendant.
PD Paola Gemini Earrings – 18k Gold plating
Unique Pd Paola earrings from the Zodiac collection with the constellation of the zodiac sign “Gemini”, made of 18k gold plating and sterling silver, decorated with Rose quartz, Malachite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Tiger Eye and White zirconia. More than a tribute to zodiac constellations, this collection reflects the bonds between the universe and ourselves.
GEMINI | May 21 – June 20
Gemini, your lust for life is so alive. Remember to keep your dual genuine nature in check: you are outraged by unfair things and small simple things make you so happy.
Color is the representation of our attitude towards life. In this collection, gemstones speak for the singular stars on each zodiac constellation, with their own meanings within astrology and as a vital part of energy circles.
*Gemstones may slightly vary in tone due to their natural origin
ROSE QUARTZ: It symbolizes love and beauty, magnifying the heart and repelling anger and resentment. It enhances love for yourself and heals negative emotions. Its ruling planet is Venus and its elements are earth and water.
MALACHITE: It represents abundance, good luck, self-confidence and transformation. Giving strength for new beginnings and encouraging healthy relationships as it drives negative energies away. Its planet is Venus and its element is earth.
TIGER EYE: Known for its golden brown hues and with the fire and earth as it’s attached elements, tiger eye stands up for empowerment, clear thinking, and integrity.
LABRADORITE: This iridescent stone with blue or gold flashes rules Uranus’ planet. It is attached with bravery, breaking unwanted ties and it stimulates dreams and spirituality.
LAPIS LAZULI: It reveals love, inner truth and power in ourselves. It encourages self-awareness and allows for self-expression promoting inner qualities of honesty and compassion.
PD Paola Zaza Ring – 925 Sterling Silver 18k Gold plating
Pd Paola ring from the Zaza collection, made of 18k gold plating and sterling silver, decorated with White Zirconia,Green and black Mother of Pearl base and white crystals. Zaza collection is a buzzing poem. A jewelry tribute to the epic little icons of nature.The delicate white zirconias sit as a subtle ornamental detail over 925 Silver and an 18K Gold plating, evoking the centre of life in constant movement.
Please add your ring size in the Order notes box of the Checkout page (No 10, No 12, No 14, No 16)
Zaza Collection
A Buzzing Poem. A jewelry tribute to the epic little icons of nature.
WE ARE ALL PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER: JEWELRY WITH PURPOSE
This homage to nature could not be complete without moving a bit closer to environmental responsibility. For this reason, we’ve joined the Eden Reforestation Project to Plant a Tree for Every Zaza Jewel. For now, we cannot claim that we are a sustainable jewelry brand. However, just as nature is a process of constant rebirth, at PDPAOLA we’re undergoing our own metamorphosis to move closer to what’s best for ourselves and our planet. Zaza is a new reminder that we are all part of something bigger and we need to do better.
PD PAOLA YOKO EARRINGS – 925 STERLING SILVER 18K GOLD PLATING
65,00€Unique Pd Paola earrings from the L’Essentiel collection, made of 18k gold plating and sterling silver. Making reference to the most important values of life, these designs are an intentional statement about essentiality: truth and beauty are found in the roots. 925 sterling silver dainty jewelry with black and white zirconia build a minimalist setting where the effortless elegance shines by itself.
PD Paola Willow Gold Bracelet
65,00€This design is characterized by the five colorful protagonist stones that decorate it. 925 sterling silver with an 18k gold plating is combined with corundum sapphire blue, rhodolite, golden yellow, pure white, and champagne hues that twist the piece turning it into a delicate jewel, taking on the natural beauty of wildlife.
PD Paola Ombre Earrings
65,00€The Ombré earrings combine blue and cool-toned stones, providing a delicate piece crowned by a blue aura. Born from canvases, brushes, and infinite palettes, Atelier is a homage to the secret and rearing world of ateliers: the place where every master creation begins. Inspired by the charm of artisan workshops, semi-precious stones coloured in seven unique tones portray a delicate and vivid essence.
Pd Paola Mana Gold Earrings
65,00€This design is characterized by the five colorful protagonist stones that decorate it. 925 sterling silver with an 18k gold plating is combined with corundum sapphire blue, rhodolite, golden yellow, pure white, and champagne hues that twist the piece turning it into a delicate jewel, taking on the natural beauty of wildlife.
Goddess Athena Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver
Α beautiful and elegant pair of earrings with Goddess Athena
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Pegasus Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
A pendant depicting the horse pegasus. Pegasus is a mythical winged divine stallion, and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology. Usually depicted as pure white, Pegasus is a child of the Olympian god Poseidon.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item
Pegasus Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
A pendant depicting the horse pegasus. Pegasus is a mythical winged divine stallion and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology. Usually depicted as pure white, Pegasus is a child of the Olympian god Poseidon.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item
Snake Ring – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of sterling silver 925°
Handmade item.
Meandros Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
Ring inspired by the ancient Greek design of the Meander or Greek Key.
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Meandros Collection
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.
Byzantine Ring Aquamarine Crystal Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Byzantine ring with aquamarine crystal stone 0.8cm round.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.
Sterling silver Chain Necklace with a Colored Eye and a Crown
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Mati Collection
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.
Mini Letter A Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter B Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter E Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter M Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter S Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter K Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
Mini Letter X Necklace
65,00€SMALL IN SIZE, BIG IN DETAILS
Mini and featherlight to wear, the Mini Letters were designed to make a statement despite their petite silhouette. Contemporary pieces with a vintage soul, the design features a floating shimmering letter framed by an octagon.
Made of 18K gold-plated Sterling Silver, the letters’ uniqueness lies in their detailed craftsmanship: premium quality zirconias set in rhodium plated prongs for a final look of uniform brilliance. The ‘less is more’ effect at its best, the PDPAOLA Mini Letter Necklaces will add a precious accent to any outfit.
PD Paola Water Necklace
65,00€A REINVENTION OF THE BASICS
The Essentials embody refined effortlessness. Timeless staple chunky chains, solitary necklaces or thin chains with smooth lines that are perfect for everyday wear, but can also work on special occasions by layering them.
The Water Necklace is a 18K gold plated silver necklace with two mini drop motivs and one white zirconia pendant, all three are fixed on the chain.
PD Paola Teardrop Bracelet
65,00€A REINVENTION OF THE BASICS
The Essentials embody refined effortlessness. Timeless staple bangles or chain bracelets with smooth lines that can be styled with other pieces or worn on their own.
The Teardrop Bracelet is a wire chain link set with teardrop pendants in varying sizes.
Lion Cuff Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Bracelet featuring two lions’ facing heads.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Heritage Collection
History
The most notable lion of Ancient Greek mythology was the Nemean lion, killed barehanded by Heracles, who subsequently bore the pelt as an invulnerable magic cloak. It traditionally symbolizes courage, nobility, royalty, strength, stateliness and valor, because historically the lion has been regarded as the “king of beasts”. The lion also carries Judeo-Christian symbolism.
Double Ram’s Head Cuff Bracelet
Cuff Bracelet decorated with two facing rams’ heads.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
xplore Heritage Collection
History
This beautiful bracelet features a Rams Head design inspired by actual ancient Greek history. In ancient Greek mythology, the ram was symbol of virility and fertility, power and leadership. The ram’s head also symbolizes Aries the first sign of the zodiac.
PD PAOLA Viena Hoops
65,00€A REINVENTION OF JEWELRY BASICS
The jewelry essentials embody everyday versatility. Timeless staples that go beyond basic jewelry: earrings, rings, necklaces and bracelets that are perfect for daily wear but can also be stacked for special occasions.
Lemon Quartz Stud Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Amethyst Zircon Stud Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Blue Topaz Teardrop Ring – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Amethyst Teardrop Ring – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Explore Ionian Colors Collection
The collection contains jewelry with unique semi-precious stones in beautiful colors.
Minoan Bees Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Explore Heritage Collection
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 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 and is one of the most famous exhibits in the Heraklion Museum.
Greek Key Phaistos Disc Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
This beautiful ring represents the disc of Phaistos.
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Explore Phaistos Disc Collection
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 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.
Byzantine Stud Earrings with Zircon – 925 Sterling Silver and 18K Gold Plating
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with 18k gold plating.
Handmade item.
Explore Byzantine Collection
Classic Greek Key Band Ring – Sterling Silver 925
Meander Ring inspired by the ancient Greek design of the Meander or Greek Key.
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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.
Silver Coin Pendant – Athena and Owl Tetradrachm
66,00€ – 88,00€The perimeter is decorated with meander or the Greek key design. The Meander motif or Greek Key was inspired by the twisting and turning Meander River, mentioned by Homer in Iliad. Symbolizes infinity or the eternal flow of things.
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”).
