Ancient Greece comes back to life through the jewelry of this collection. Myths, historical facts and faces, unique architectures come to life through the Greek goldsmith elaborate techniques that we inherited from our ancestors. Unique silver and gold with gemstone brings back to life Alexander the Great, goddess Athena, myth of Hercules and the Parthenon, the main monument of Acropolis which is the highest architectural structure that brings admiration worldwide for centuries.
Spartan Warrior Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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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 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.
Spartan Helmet Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
This ring represents the helmet of Leonidas.
Made of sterling silver 925°.
Handmade in Greece.
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Leonidas was a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. Arguably, one of the greatest heroes in the history of ancient Greece.
In 480 B.C Leonidas led an army of 6,000 to 7,000 Greeks from many city-states, including 300 Spartans, fought the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae. Leonidas of Sparta blocked the only road through which the massive army of Xerxes could pass. The Persians succeeded in defeating the Greeks but sustained heavy losses. A local resident named Ephialtes led the Persian general by a mountain track to the rear of the Greeks. King Leonidas sent away all the Greek troops and stayed behind with 300 Spartans, 400 Thebans, and 700 Thespian volunteers who refused to leave. They were all killed in the battlefield, protecting their homeland.
Poseidon Trident Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece
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History
The trident, which is a spear with three points, or prongs, is the weapon of Poseidon, the god of the sea in classical mythology. Poseidon is often depicted holding the trident, which is associated with his power over the oceans and his ability to control the tides.
Alexander the Great Cuff Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
A bracelet inspired by an ancient Greek coin, depicting Alexander the Great and the Vergina Sun symbol.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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History
Alexander the Great (356 BC – 323 BC), also known as Alexander III was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. He is considered as one of the greatest and most successful military strategists of world history.
The specific coin was minted at about 287 BC, after Alexander’s death, by king Lysimachos, one of the generals of Alexander the Great, who inherited the throne of Thrace after his death.
The original coin is actually exhibited in the Greek Numismatic Museum.
Phastos Disc Cuff Bracelet Sterling Silver Gold Plated
A bracelet inspired by the ancient disk found in Phaistos.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
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.
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.
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.
Medusa Bracelet Handmade Cuff Silver 925
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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History
Medusa, in Greek mythology, the most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons, is generally described as a winged female with living venomous snakes in place of hair; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful. According to Hesiod and Aeschylus, she lived and died on an island named Sarpedon, somewhere near Cisthene. Medusa was beheaded by the hero Perseus, who thereafter used her head, which retained its ability to turn onlookers to stone, as a weapon until he gave it to the goddess Athena to place on her shield. according to another account; Perseus buried it in the marketplace of Argos. The Labyrinth in ancient Greek was an elaborate, confusing structure designed and built by the legendary artificer Daedalus for King Minos of Crete at Knossos. Its function was to hold the Minotaur. the Minotaur is a mythical creature portrayed in Classical times with the head of a bull and the body of a man. The Minotaur was eventually killed by the Athenian hero Theseus.
Vergina Sun Ring – Sterling Silver Gold Plated
This ring inspired by the ancient Greek Vergina Sun symbol.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item
Vergina Sun Symbol
The Vergina Sun also known as the “Star of Vergina”, “Macedonian Star” 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. In older references, the name “Argead Star” or “Star of the Argeadai” is used for the Sun as the royal symbol of the dynasty of Macedon. There it was depicted on a golden larnax found in a 4th-century BC royal tomb belonging to either Philip II or Philip III of Macedon, the father and half-brother of Alexander the Great, respectively.
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Greek Bouzouki Pendant Necklace with Blue Enamel
Greek Bouzouki Charm with enamel. The pendant is decorated with rosette motifs.
Made of sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece.
The chain shown is included.
Design inspired by the Greek tradition.
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History
The Greek bouzouki is a plucked musical instrument of the lute family, called the thabouras or tambouras family. The tambouras existed in ancient Greece as the pandura, and can be found in various sizes and shapes. The bouzouki and the baglamas are the direct descendants. The bouzouki arrived in Greece following the 1919–1922 war in Asia Minor and the subsequent population exchange between Greece and Turkey. The early bouzoukia mostly had three courses. At the end of the 1950s, four-course (tetrachordo) bouzoukia started to gain popularity. The four-course bouzouki was made popular by Manolis Chiotis. Manolis Chiotis was a Greek rebetiko and laiko composer, singer, and bouzouki player. He is considered one of the greatest bouzouki soloists of all time.
Greek Bouzouki Pendant Necklace
Greek Bouzouki Charm pendant decorated with rosette motifs.
Made of sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
The chain shown is included.
Design inspired by the Greek tradition.
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History
The Greek bouzouki is a plucked musical instrument of the lute family, called the thabouras or tambouras family. The tambouras existed in ancient Greece as the pandura, and can be found in various sizes and shapes. The bouzouki and the baglamas are the direct descendants. The bouzouki arrived in Greece following the 1919–1922 war in Asia Minor and the subsequent population exchange between Greece and Turkey. The early bouzoukia mostly had three courses. At the end of the 1950s, four-course (tetrachordo) bouzoukia started to gain popularity. The four-course bouzouki was made popular by Manolis Chiotis. Manolis Chiotis was a Greek rebetiko and laiko composer, singer, and bouzouki player. He is considered one of the greatest bouzouki soloists of all time.
Μeden Αgan Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
“Nothing (in) excess” meaning you should find the golden mean in everything, avoid extremities (by Chilon of Sparta one of the seven sages of ancient Greece)
The phrase ‘meden agan’ are written on the temple at Delphi.
Gnōthi Seauton Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
The Ancient Greek aphorism “know thyself” (Greek: γνῶθι σεαυτόν, transliterated: gnōthi seauton) is one of the Delphic maxims and was the first of three maxims inscribed in the pronaos of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi according to the Greek writer Pausanias. This aphorism was used numerous times in the dialogues of Socrates by Plato.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Vergina Sun Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
This ring inspired by the ancient Greek Vergina Sun symbol.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item
Vergina Sun Symbol
The Vergina Sun also known as the “Star of Vergina”, “Macedonian Star” 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. In older references, the name “Argead Star” or “Star of the Argeadai” is used for the Sun as the royal symbol of the dynasty of Macedon. There it was depicted on a golden larnax found in a 4th-century BC royal tomb belonging to either Philip II or Philip III of Macedon, the father and half-brother of Alexander the Great, respectively.
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Molon Labe Ring – 925 Sterling Silver
Molon labe, meaning ‘come and take [them]’, is a classical expression of defiance. It is among the Laconic phrases reported by Plutarch, attributed to King Leonidas I in reply to the demand by Xerxes I that the Spartans surrender their weapons. The exchange between Leonidas and Xerxes occurs in writing, on the eve of the Battle of Thermopylae (480 BC).
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Spartan Helmet Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade item.
This pendant represents the helmet 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, fought the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae. Leonidas of Sparta blocked the only road through which the massive army of Xerxes could pass. The Persians succeeded in defeating the Greeks but sustained heavy losses. A local resident named Ephialtes led the Persian general by a mountain track to the rear of the Greeks. King Leonidas sent away all the Greek troops and stayed behind with 300 Spartans, 400 Thebans, and 700 Thespian volunteers who refused to leave. They were all killed in the battlefield, protecting their homeland.
Spartan Shield Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
This pendant represents the shield of the Spartans.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade pendant.
The letter lambda (Λ), standing for Laconia (the administrative capital of Sparta) or Lacedaemon (ancient name for the city of Sparta), which was painted on the Spartans’ shields, was first adopted in the 420s BC, and quickly became widely known Spartan symbol. Military families passed on their shields to each generation as family heirlooms.
Saint George Ring Sterling Silver- Yianni Jewelry
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Minoan Double Axe Pendant – 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
Pendant inspired by the Minoan double axe, known as labrys.
Made of 14K Gold and Sterling Silver
Handmade in Greece.
The chain shown is included.
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History
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.
Vergina Cufflinks – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
A beautiful pair of cufflinks inspired by the ancient Vergina sun symbol.
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
History
The Vergina Sun also known as the “Star of Vergina”, “Macedonian Star” 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. In older references, the name “Argead Star” or “Star of the Argeadai” is used for the Sun as the royal symbol of the dynasty of Macedon. There it was depicted on a golden larnax found in a 4th-century BC royal tomb belonging to either Philip II or Philip III of Macedon, the father and half-brother of Alexander the Great, respectively.
Minoan Double Axe Pendant – 14K Yellow Gold
170,00€ – 272,00€Pendant inspired by the Minoan double axe, known as labrys.
Made of 14K Gold.
Handmade item.
The chain shown is our 14K Gold Chain in Length 40cm (not included).
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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 is associated with the worship of Mother Earth or Great Goddess.
As in all handmade items, there may be small differences in weight and dimensions and this is what makes them unique and precious.
Minoan Axe Pendant
170,00€ – 255,00€Pendant inspired by the Minoan double axe, known as labrys.
Made of 14K Gold.
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.
The chain shown is our 14K Gold Chain in Length 40cm (not included).
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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 is associated with the worship of Mother Earth or Great Goddess.
Leather Nautical Knot Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver bracelet with nautical knot.
This bracelet comes in a beautiful box.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Genuine braided leather.
Handmade item.
Hercules Knot Link Bracelet Sterling Silver – Yianni Jewelry
This knot made with two entwined ropes is considered to represent the legendary fertility of God Hercules. This unique chain bracelet is crafted with sterling silver, each link in this bracelet has elaborate engravings, which run along the entire bracelet.
The motif holds the bracelet together in the front while it is secured in the back with a clasp. Its strength is its stylish design. The thick sterling silver wraps comfortably around the wearer’s hand. Although it is crafted from sterling silver, the bracelet is light and can easily be worn on a daily basis.
Black oxidized background.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Hercules Knot Link Bracelet – Sterling Silver Yianni Jewelry
This knot made with two entwined ropes is considered to represent the legendary fertility of God Hercules. This unique chain bracelet is crafted with sterling silver, each link in this bracelet has elaborate engravings, which run along the entire bracelet.
The motif holds the bracelet together in the front while it is secured in the back with a clasp. Its strength is its stylish design. The thick sterling silver wraps comfortably around the wearer’s hand. Although it is crafted from sterling silver, the bracelet is light and can easily be worn on a daily basis.
Black oxidized background.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Pegasus Triple Bracelet – Sterling Silver Yianni Jewelry
A bracelet 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
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
Pegasus Signet Ring Sterling Silver – Yianni Jewelry
A ring 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
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Lion’s Head Ring Sterling Silver- Yianni Jewelry
This sterling silver ring is inspired by the lion motif, a symbol of strength, courage and leadership.
Lions have been widely used in art to provide a sense of majesty and awe. Lions were bold creatures and many ancient cities would have an abundance of lion sculptures to show strength. There are lions at the entrances of cities and sacred sites from Mesopotamian cultures; notable examples include the Lion Gate of ancient Mycenae in Greece which has two lionesses flanking a column that represents a deity. The Lion Gate was the main entrance of the Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae. It was erected during the 13th century BC, around 1250 BC in the northwest side of the Acropolis.
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Aries Head Ring Sterling Silver- Yianni Jewelry
This beautiful handmade ring features a Rams Head design inspired by actual ancient Greek history.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
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.
Handmade item.
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Pegasus Ring Sterling Silver – Yianni Jewelry
A ring 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
Silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987.
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Spartan Shield Ring – 14K Gold and Sterling Silver
This ring represents the shield of Leonidas.
Made of 14K gold and 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade ring.
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 in the battlefield, protecting their homeland.
Spartan Sword Pendant – 14K Gold and Sterling Silver
Leonidas sword handmade pendant.
Made of 14K Gold and 925⁰ sterling silver.
The chain shown is our 925 Sterling Silver Byzantine Chain in Length 50cm (not included).
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History
On the reverse side is the inscription “μολών λαβέ” which means “come to get”. This phrase was the answer to Xerxes when he asked him to hand over the arms of the defending Greeks to the Thermopylae. 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.
Vergina Sun Leather Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver
Sterling silver bracelet with motif washers and braided black-red quadruple leather
This bracelet comes in a beautiful box.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece.
History
The Vergina Sun also known as the “Star of Vergina”, “Macedonian Star” 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. In older references, the name “Argead Star” or “Star of the Argeadai” is used for the Sun as the royal symbol of the dynasty of Macedon. There it was depicted on a golden larnax found in a 4th-century BC royal tomb belonging to either Philip II or Philip III of Macedon, the father and half-brother of Alexander the Great, respectively.
Spartan Shield Pendant – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
This pendant represents the shield of the Spartans.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade pendant.
The letter lambda (Λ), standing for Laconia (the administrative capital of Sparta) or Lacedaemon (ancient name for the city of Sparta), which was painted on the Spartans’ shields, was first adopted in the 420s BC, and quickly became widely known Spartan symbol. Military families passed on their shields to each generation as family heirlooms.
