The Byzantine collection includes unique handcrafted jewels which reflect the richness and glamour of the Byzantine Empire. This collection consists of earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces, crosses in high quality 925 sterling silver and gold decorative with Byzantine motifs.

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Rhombus Byzantine Earrings with Blue Zircon – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

47,00 39,95

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.

Meander Filigree Egg Pendant Necklace with Blue Enamel – Sterling Silver Gold Plated

99,00125,0084,15106,25

The pendant is embellished with fine filigree and blue enamel in Faberge style. Also, the pendant is decorated with a Meander design.
Made of 925 sterling silver and gold plated.
The chain shown is included.

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.
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. (Wikipedia)
Meander or Meandros design, one of the most historic symbols of the Greek World, also called Greek Key and symbolizes long life and eternity. The pattern with Meandro was used in antiquity to decorate the frieze of temples.

18K Gold Byzantine Filigree Sapphire Necklace

1.474,00

Byzantine necklace embellished with fine filigree and three rosettes flowers which are decorated with a sapphire
Handmade with great attention to detail. Inspired by Byzantine art.
Made in 18k 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 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 flower
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. It is inspired by a Mycenaean rosette bead, found at Mycenae, dated to 1400-1300 B.C. The rosette was used extensively in ancient Greek Mycenaean jewels, in architecture, pottery and in sculptures from 1500 BC. Mycenaean rosettes usually had 6 or 8 or 12 leaves, and sixteen leaves during the Macedonian Dynasty. Such details as the rodax shape and the number of leaves tend to vary with the era or beliefs. The rosettes were used to decorate the cloths, the belts and wreaths of the Kings. The number of leaves had a symbolic character each time. The four elements of nature (wind, earth, fire, water), the seven wonders of the ancient world or the twelve gods of ancient Greeks and the world domination and radiance of the Kings of Macedonia. They were signs of beauty, purity, eugenics, worship and power. Rosette or Rodax was probably the most popular and favorite decorative element in Mycenaean era, classical antiquity and Byzantine times.

Byzantine Earrings with Swarovski Crystals – Sterling Silver & Gold Plated

91,00 77,35

A very beautiful pair of earrings decorated with Swarovski crystals. Design inspired by Byzantine Jewelry.
Made in 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Ring with Pink Tourmaline – 925 Sterling Silver

174,00 147,90

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade in Greece.
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Byzantine Drop Earrings with Multicolor Zircon – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

57,00 48,45

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Earrings with Multicolor Zircon – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

48,00 40,80

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.

Byzantine pendant with engravings – 925 sterling silver and gold plated

74,00 62,90

Pendant with engravings.
Made in 925 sterling silver and gold plated.

The shape and decoration of these earrings shows the influence of the Byzantine art.

 

 

 

18K Gold Byzantine Filigree Sapphire Earrings

660,00

Byzantine Earrings embellished with a fine filigree and a sapphire gemstone in the middle.
Handmade with great attention to detail. Inspired by Byzantine art.
Made in 18k 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 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.

 

Byzantine Doublet Green Copper Pendant – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

92,00 78,20

This pendant is inspired by Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art. A beautiful pendant with doublet green copper gemstone
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.

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.

Byzantine Doublet Turquoise Ring – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

140,00 119,00

This ring is inspired by Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art. A unique and elegant ring made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated, decorated with doublet turquoise stone.
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.

Doublet jewelry is a 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 consist of quartz and another nontransparent 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 use a soft cloth to polish and give brightness to it.

Triangle Byzantine Earrings with CZ – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

53,00 45,05

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.

Earrings inspired by Byzantine art, decorated with Cubic Zirconia (CZ).
Handmade item.

Round Byzantine Earrings with CZ – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

67,00 56,95

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.

Earrings inspired by Byzantine art, decorated with Cubic Zirconia (CZ).
Handmade item.

Rhombus Byzantine Earrings with Zircon – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

67,00 56,95

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.

Earrings inspired by Byzantine art, decorated with Cubic Zirconia (CZ).
Handmade item.

Filigree Flower Egg Enamel Pendant Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver

139,00 118,15

The pendant is embellished with a fine filigree and enamel in Faberge style.
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece.
The chain shown is included.
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.
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.

Byzantine Earrings with Pacific Opal Swarovski Stone – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

108,00 91,80

Byzantine earrings with swarovski pacific opal 10mm cushion stone
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.Byzantine earrings with swarovski pacific opal 10mm cushion stone
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Byzantine Ring with London Blue Topaz Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

65,00 55,25

Byzantine ring with london blue topaz swarovski 1cmX0,7cm.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Ring with Amethyst Doublet Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

129,00 109,65

Byzantine ring with doublet amethyst 1cmX1.4cm oval gemstone. Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Earrings with Zircon – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

58,00 49,30

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.

Filigree Egg Pendant Necklace – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated with Blue Enamel

99,0084,15

The pendant is embellished with a fine filigree and blue enamel in Faberge style.
The chain shown is included.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Pick up a beautiful gift inspired by the majestic art of Fabergé!
Made of 925 sterling silver and gold plated.

The chain shown is  included.

Egg pendant necklace with Square Motifs – Sterling Silver Gold Plated with Enamel

99,00125,0084,15106,25

A beautifully crafted egg-shaped pendant, made of 925 sterling silver and gold plated decorated with enamel and square motifs.
Made of 925 sterling silver and gold plated.
The chain shown is included.

Sterling Silver Gold Plated Lace Earrings

54,00 45,90

Sterling Silver Gold Plated Lace Earrings
Handmade item.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.

Byzantine Ring with Green Copper Doublet Gemstone – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

92,00 78,20

This ring is inspired by Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art.  A very elegant ring decorated with green copper gemstone.
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.
Handmade item.

Doublet jewelry is a 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 consist of quartz and another nontransparent 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 use a soft cloth to polish and give brightness to it.

Sterling Silver Gold Plated Byzantine Ring with Swarovski crystals

90,00 76,50

Byzantine ring in Gold Plated with Swarovski crystals, handmade with great attention to detail. The decoration of this ring shows the influence of the Byzantine art.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.

Byzantine Lapis Lazuli Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver

110,00 93,50

Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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Byzantine Lapis Lazuli Ring – 925 Sterling Silver

122,00 103,70

Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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Byzantine Ring with Green Copper – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

94,00 79,90

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

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.

Byzantine Ring with London Blue Topaz – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

84,00 71,40

Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

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.

Byzantine Stud Earrings with Apatite – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

136,00 115,60

Byzantine stud earrings with Apatite.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Byzantine Stud Earrings with Aquamarine – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

40,00 34,00

Byzantine stud earrings with Aquamarine.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Byzantine Stud Earrings with Swarovski Violet Stone – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

40,00 34,00

Byzantine stud earrings with swarovski crystal stone 6mm round.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.Byzantine stud earrings with swarovski amethyst crystal stone 6mm round.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Byzantine Ring with Garnet Zircon Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

52,00 44,20

Byzantine ring with garnet zircon 0.5cm round.Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Ring with Aquamarine Swarovski Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

52,00 44,20

Byzantine ring with aquamarine swarovski 0.8cm round.Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Ring with Aquamarine Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

84,00 71,40

Byzantine ring with aquamarine swarovski 1cm X1.4cm oval. Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Ring with Green Turquoise Doublet Stone – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated

129,00 109,65

Byzantine ring with doublet green turquoise copper 1cmX1.4cm oval gemstone. Made of 925⁰ sterling silver with gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Pendant with London Blue Topaz Swarovski Stone – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

40,00 34,00

Byzantine pendant with natural pearl and doublet apatite 10mmX14mm oval gemstone.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Byzantine Pendant with Natural Pearl and Apatite Doublet Stone – Sterling Silver 925 Gold Plated

136,00 115,60

Byzantine pendant with natural pearl and doublet apatite 10mmX14mm oval gemstone.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.
Handmade item.

Egg Pendant Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

99,00119,0084,15101,15

A beautifully crafted egg – shaped pendant, made of 925 sterling silver and gold plated.
Used as a charm or as a pendant.
Pick up a beautiful Easter gift!
The chain shown is included.

Byzantine Drop Pendant with Lapis Sterling Silver – Yianni Jewelry

810,00 688,50

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.
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.

18K Gold Byzantine Filigree Emerald Necklace

1.386,00

Byzantine necklace is embellished with a fine filigree, three rosettes flowers and emeralds.
Handmade with the great attention to detail. Inspired by Byzantine art.
Made in 18k 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 flower
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. It is inspired by a Mycenaean rosette bead, found at Mycenae, dated to 1400-1300 B.C. The rosette were used extensively in ancient Greek Mycenaean jewels, in architecture, pottery and in sculptures from 1500 BC. Mycenaean rosettes usually had 6 or 8 or 12 leaves, and sixteen leaves during the Macedonian Dynasty. Such details as the rodax shape and the number of leaves tend to vary with the era or beliefs. The rosettes were used to decorate the cloths, the belts and wreaths of the Kings. The number of leaves had a symbolic character each time. The four elements of nature (wind, earth, fire, water), the seven wonders of the ancient world or the twelve gods of ancient Greeks and the world domination and radiance of the Kings of Macedonia. They were signs of beauty, purity, eugenics, worship and power. Rosette or Rodax was probably the most popular and favorite decorative element in Mycenaean era, classical antiquity and Byzantine times.

 

Gold Plated Sterling Silver Pearl Earrings

110,00 93,50

These lovely earrings are decorated with a pearl.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
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.

 

Byzantine Bracelet with Pearl and Swarovski – Sterling Silver Gold Plated

198,00 168,30

This bracelet is inspired by the Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art. A unique and elegant bracelet made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated, decorated with pearl and Swarovski crystals.
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.

 

Green Copper Doublet Dangle Earrings – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated

224,00 190,40

These earrings are inspired by Byzantine Historical period respecting Greek traditional art. A very elegant pair of earrings decorated with green copper gemstone.
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.
Handmade item.

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.

18k Solid Gold Round Pendant with Blue and Red enamel

462,00

Ancient Greek Round Pendant with blue and red enamel and granules of precious metal. The back side of the pendant has no decoration.
Design inspired by the incredible beauty of historical tradition.
Made in 18k yellow gold.
The chain shown is our 14K Gold Chain in Length 40cm (not included).
Also available with turquoise enamel
Handmade item.

This technique is called Granulation. 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. The technique is thought to have its origins in Mesopotamia about 5,000 years ago. As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.

Byzantine Bracelet with Swarovski – Sterling Silver & Gold Plated

185,00 157,25

This bracelet is inspired by Byzantine designs.
A unique and elegant bracelet made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated, decorated with Swarovski crystals.
Handmade item.

Ruby Byzantine Stud Earrings

60,00 51,00

Byzantine stud earrings with doublet ruby gemstone.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Doublet jewelry is very special 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 consist 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.

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Byzantine Stud Earrings with Mother of Pearl Doublet Gemstone

60,00 51,00

Byzantine stud earrings with doublet mother of pearl gemstone.
Sterling Silver 925 With gold plated part.

Doublet jewelry is very special 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 consist 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.

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18K Gold Byzantine Rosette Earrings

465,00

Byzantine earrings with the shape of a flower rosette.
Handmade with great attention to detail. Inspired by Byzantine art.
Made in 18k gold.
Handmade item.
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Rosette flower
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 millennium BC. The Mycenaean Rosette is a motif that was widespread throughout Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and other ancient civilizations. It is inspired by a Mycenaean rosette bead, found at Mycenae, dated to 1400-1300 B.C. The rosette was used extensively in ancient Greek Mycenaean jewels, in architecture, pottery, and sculptures from 1500 BC. Mycenaean rosettes usually had 6 or 8 or 12 leaves, and sixteen leaves during the Macedonian Dynasty. Such details as the rodax shape and the number of leaves tend to vary with the era or beliefs. The rosettes were used to decorate the clothes, belts, and wreaths of the Kings. The number of leaves had a symbolic character each time. The four elements of nature (wind, earth, fire, water), the seven wonders of the ancient world or the twelve gods of ancient Greeks, and the world domination and radiance of the Kings of Macedonia. They were signs of beauty, purity, eugenics, worship, and power. Rosette or Rodax was probably the most popular and favorite decorative element in Mycenaean era, classical antiquity and Byzantine times.