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  Greek gods Jewelry

  Inspired by Greek gods and mythology? We have something to inspire everyone with a piece of Greece in them from the pantheon of the mighty gods of Olympus, minor gods and demi-gods. Whether you're pampering your inner wise Athena goddess, calling out to the creative muses of god Apollo, or befriending the power of mighty Zeus you are bound to find a high-quality jewelry item to accompany your quest and complement your unique style.

  Discover all of our exquisitely made jewelry feature the Greek Olympian gods. Among these, Apollo - the god of Music and prophesy, Athena - goddess of wisdom, Hermes - protector of trade and patron of literature and poetry, Zeus - the lord of the sky and ruler of all gods and mortals - and many more in our new Greek gods collection! 

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  Owl of Wisdom Jewelry

  The Owl of wisdom is frequently associated to the Greek Goddess Athena and it is a symbol of her wisdom. this image of the Owl of Athena is one of the most 'classic' ancient Greek symbols as it was depicted on coins during the golden age of Pericles 461 BC to 379 BC. It was during this inspiring age of wisdom that philosophy, architecture, medicine, theater and the arts were first established as the fabric to society to set grounds to an array of social fundamentals as they are today, whilst the radical concept of 'democracy' was also first fostered. The Greek owl of Wisdom encapsulates this golden age.

  The ancient Greeks demonstrated great wisdom in creating the building blocks of our modern society (inventing most of the sciences, arts and social systems) which continue to set the standard today. However they did this because they were able to understand the spiritual world as well as the physical. Their love of nature of the owl of Athena among other animals perhaps best embodies the simplicity which lit their path.

  Greek Jewelry Shop's Wise owl collection is hand-made from solid silver (or gold if applicable) by some of the best Greek artisans. Each of our unique owl of wisdom rings, wise owl necklaces and wise owl bracelets is made with care and distinguished quality. Our owl jewelry collection includes several niche Greek jewelry categories for collectors and numerous ideas for men and fine men's gifts.

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  Macedonia sun (Vergina)

  A wide selection of jewels featuring one of Greece's proudest symbols, the royal emblem of the Macedonian dynasty. The Vergina sun symbol of Macedonia, named after the discovery of the tomb of Philip II in Vergina (northern Greece). The symbol depicts a sun but is also known as the Macedonian starburst. Our collection contains some of the finest Macedonian rings, necklaces and pendants featuring the famous Vergina symbol in sterling silver and gold.

  Our Vergina sun jewels hand-made with high quality and finish unlike much generic jewelry found on the internet with this theme. 

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  Alexander the Great...

  Alexander the Great (Alexander III of Macedon) was born 356 BC and died in 323 BC. By the age of 33 he had conquered most of the known ancient world. Tutored from childhood by Aristotle himself, he is thought of having one of the great minds of history, strategic brilliance and magnetic charisma. I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well. (quote of Alexander)

  Alexander's conquests were notably the first time that a form of 'globalization' was to have occurred in history, spreading the Greek language and ideals in culture, science, the arts, commerce and currency. The extent of his empire was vast, reaching as far as India and modern-day Afghanistan.

  After the death of Alexander in 323 BC, owing to the fierce competition of his successors (diadochoi), his enormous empire was broken up into 7 independent dominions. This marked the end of the classical age and the beginning of the Hellenistic period.

  There are 2 common types of Alexander the Great coins featured extensively in our coin jewelry collection.

  1) Coins which were issued during Alexander's LIFETIME (often depicting the god Hercules or Athena) Hercules's image on Alexander the Great's lifetime coins was a tribute to the semi-god. It is said that out of 'modesty' Alexander did not want to provoke the gods by depicting his own image and chose Hercules instead. This way Alexander could cleverly also be widely associated with the virility and strength of Hercules himself.

  2) Coins issued immediately after Alexander the Great's death by his successor King Lysimachus of Macedon. These coins DEPICTED ALEXANDER the Great himself in some of the most beautiful coin portraiture seen in universal coinage. 

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  Pegasus jewelry

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  Torcs & Animal Torc...

  Greek Jewelry Shop's classic and renown collection of torcs is the oldest, most extensive and likely the finest ancient torc collection available today. Lavishly heavy in solid 925 sterling silver and true to ancient aesthetics and Greek design, you are sure to find these silver lions, rams and capricorns powerful and inspiring. Also discover our classic hellenistic lapis lazuli and pearl torcs. Everything is hand-made from silver in our Athenian jewellery workshop. If you're unsure we have the item in your size, custom sizes can be created for you on many items so don't hesitate to ask!

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  Phaistos disk (disc)...

  Shop the largest collection of high quality Phaistos disk (disc) jewelry hand-made in Greece by our own workshop. Our collection features a vast selection of beautifully crafted Phaistos disk necklace and pendant jewelry, rings, brooches and other precious Phaistos collectibles from sterling silver and gold. 

  All of our discs are hand-made in Greece at our own (Vaphiadis) workshop.

  The Phaistos disk motif is one of the most mysterious artifacts from the civilization of Minoan Crete. The artifact is an ancient mystery and wonder and has yet to be interpreted for its artistic and/or practical purpose. 

  Most of our Phaistos disk necklaces are double faced and depict both sides of the original disc. This article exists today as a generic souvenir theme from Crete, but few of them available to buy have the distinguished quality and craftsmanship as our rich selection of Phaistos jewels which offers numerous variations and size options.

  This collection offers the best quality smooth finish and high detail you are likely to find in Phaistos disks on the internet and is supplied from our workshop to world-class museum shops.

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  Attica jewelry

  Attica is the region of Greece which took its threshold of power among the Greek city states and Delian League in the Golden age. Athens became the center of the civilized world and boasted this through the creation of the Parthenon (the most expensive and impressive monument that had ever been built). 

  The Athenian city classes were wealthy and enjoyed refined materials, gems and luxuries from free trade which flourished in their vast empire. Gold and silver were the preferred materials for lavish jewelry and ornaments. Sometimes this jewelry had great detail, and sometimes it had timeless simplicity and pure lines that accentuated the beauty of the figure. 

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  Minoan & Mycenean jewelry

  The Minoan and Mycenean civilizations are renown for their beautiful artworks, namely for their excessively detailed jewelry and for their beautiful vase and wall-painting (frescoes). These civilizations are inter-related artistically because they influenced one another as trading partners and they are believed to have had similar cultures. Both peace-loving (particularly the Minoans) and aspiring to the beauty and wisdom of nature itself. It is believed that the Minoan civilization may have been a matriarchal society governed by women. 

  Their most notable artistic depictions are the Minotaur and the sport of bull-jumping, dolphins in every form, the bees of Malia, sacred snakes and snake goddesses, double-headed axes, the beautiful lily frescoes of Knossos. An important artifact that continues to offer sensation through its mystique, is the famous disc of Phaistos.

  Most of the information about these cultures is received through their art-forms as actually very few texts from these civilizations have been discovered. The Minoan civilization, although centered on today's island of Crete, is thought to have extended culturally through trade relations to the island of Thira (Santorini) - the location which according to the detailed descriptions of Homer, stands a great chance of being the very home of the lost and destroyed city of Atlantis. 

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  Hellenistic jewelry

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  Music, Arts & Culture

  At Greek Jewelry Shop we're often asked to recommend items that would make good gift ideas for loved ones who are in very specific fields of profession. This part of our large silver jewelry collection is dedicated to the arts in ancient Greece and to musicians, actors and architects who are interested in the symbolism and origin of their profession or hobby.

  This theme identifies items in our rich range of jewellery items which are symbolically and thematically related to the arts in ancient Greece. (Jewels with the God Apollo are also included because of his role patron of music) Find items relating to Greek theater, architecture and architectural elements (such as the akrokeramon and Greek columns) sculptural elements and vase jewelry, musical instruments, frieze reliefs from the Acropolis and other specialized artistic themes.

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  Asia Minor jewelry

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  Byzantine Jewelry

  Byzantine jewelry is a corner-stone period in the art history of jewelry, yet little is known about it in the modern world and it is comparatively undiscovered my art historians. The Greek jewelry shop collection of Byzantine crosses and Byzantium jewelry in general is extremely rare and one of the only surviving collections of its kind. The survival of this incredible collection of Byzantine jewels is due to the heritage of the founders - the Vaphiadis family who originated from Byzantium (Asia-Minor) and fled to Greece in the 1920's for safety from the Turkish ethnic cleansing of Greeks. The art of Byzantium was abundantly handed down to us and even though this type of jewelry is very particular and has an untrained audience, it is usually appreciated by avid jewelry lovers for its unique un-compromising detail and disciplined character.  

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  Malia bees Jewelry

  The bees of Malia are considered one of the most definitive archaeological findings of Jewelry from the Minoan civilization. This gold bees are depicted storing away a drop of honey in a comb. The finding is displayed at the 'Heraklion' archaeological museum in Crete. It dates back more than 3800 years. Excavated by the French from the Chrysolakkos necropolis in Malia (or spelt Mallia), Crete, first published in 1930 (P. Demargne, BCH 54 (1930) pp.404-21 and pl.19)

  One of the most renown jewelry designs of all time, The Bees of Malia, an incredible artifact hosted by the Heraklion museum, Crete

  

   

   

  

  Even for today's standards the skill and craftsmanship evident on the Malia bees is phenomenal and unsurpassed and will leave any skilled jeweler breathless and bewildered from its granulated detail and extremely challenging structure. This item constitutes one of the most important and renown specimens of minoan art and in ancient jewelry on a universal scope.

  

  Further reading on the excavation site of Malia

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  Greek Key (Meander)...

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  Knights Templar,...

  Discover quality-made silver jewelry articles inspired from the depths of history. Templar and Maltese crosses, seals, masonic emblems of heraldry and other unique hand-made collectibles.

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  Contemporary

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  Intaglio jewelry

  Intaglio jewelry was popular since in ancient Greece but also in Rome and the Etruscan influence (The Etruscans were predecessors of the Roman empire). Intaglio jewelry were carved inwards to by used as a seal so as to create an imprint a design of a deity, or another iconic concept which was symbolically important to the wearer. Depictions were carved directly into metal or frequently into semi-precious stones such as agate or onyx.

  The intaglio jewel (and particularly the ring) was usually worn by people of high social stature and it has continued to be worn through the renaissance and even until today by nobility, often carrying family coats of arms etc. However the first intaglios in history were dedicated to sacred animals and spiritual symbols. 

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  Cycladic Jewelry

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  Double Axe jewelry

  The double axe (also known as a Labrys or Pelekys) was a symbol of the thunder-god Zeus and his weapon used to invoke storm. The oldest double axe artifact has been dated 100,000 BC and was found in Paleokastro (Northern Greece) in 1963. The double-axe was a widespread symbol in the Minoan civilization - the first known Greek civilization which peaked at the 2nd millenium BC. Very large Labrys found at the site of Knossos (Crete) were both decorative and sacrificial. Some which are taller than a human being in size were likely used to sacrifice bulls to summon the favor of Zeus. Our extensive double axe jewelry range is hand made in Greece with a high quality finish.