Spartan Shield Cufflinks – 925 Sterling Silver
Silver cufflinks depicting a Spartan shield. Sparta or Lace daemon was a prominent city-state in ancient Greece in south-eastern Peloponnese. The letter lambda (Λ), standing for Laconia or Lacedaemon, which was painted on the Spartans’ shields, was first adopted in the 420s BC, and quickly became a widely known Spartan symbol. Military families passed on their shields to each generation as family heirlooms.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
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.
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.
300 Spartans Shield Pendant – 14k Gold and Sterling silver
The 300 Spartans Shield.
Made in 14k gold and 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade pendant.
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.
Leonidas Helmet Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Replica of the helmet of Spartan King Leonidas.
Handmade pendant of 925⁰ sterling silver.
The chain shown is our Sterling Silver Cable Chain – Length 45 cm (not included).
Leonidas was a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. 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.
Spartan Sword Pendant – Sterling Silver
Leonidas sword pendant.
Handmade pendant.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
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.
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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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.
Spartan Shield Cufflinks – 14k Gold and Sterling Silver
Made of 14k gold and 925°sterling silver.
Handmade item.
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 Leonidas.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade pendant.
The cord is included with the large size
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.
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.
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.
Spartan Shield Pendant – Sterling Silver & 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.
Leonidas Shield Cufflinks – 925 Sterling Silver
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.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver. Oxidized finish.
Handmade item.
Poseidon Trident Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade in Greece
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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.
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.
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.
Leonidas Spartan Sword Pendant
Leonidas Spartan Sword Pendant
Handmade pendant sword in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
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.
Spartan Helmet Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver
Ancient Greek officer’s helmet from the famous city of Sparta.
Sparta or Lacedaemon was a prominent city-state in ancient Greece in south-eastern Peloponnese. Spartan hoplites were often depicted bearing a transverse horsehair crest on their helmet, which was possibly used to identify officers. In the Archaic period, Spartans were armored with flanged bronze cuirasses, leg greaves, and a helmet, often of the Corinthian type.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Spartan Helmet Pendant – 14K Yellow Gold
408,00€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.
Spartans Shield Brooch – 925 Sterling Silver
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.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver
Handmade item.
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.
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 Mural Reproduction Silver Pendant Brooch
This handmade sterling silver brooch depicting ‘Leonidas’.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver. Oxidized finish.
Handmade item.
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 Helmet Pendant – Sterling Silver & gold plated
Replica of the helmet of Spartan King Leonidas.
Leonidas was a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. 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.
Handmade pendant made from 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.