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Bee Pendant of Gold Plated Silver
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Bee Pendant of Gold Plated Silver

36,00 40,00 
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Archaic pendant with Alexander the Great made of gold plated silver
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Archaic pendant with Alexander the Great made of gold plated silver

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Archaic pendant with the goddess Athena made of gilded silver
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Archaic pendant with the goddess Athena made of gilded silver

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Disc of Phaistos pendant from Gilded Silver
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Disc of Phaistos pendant from Gilded Silver

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Bee Pendant of Gold Plated Silver

Original price was: 48,00 €.Current price is: 41,00 €.
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Archaic pendant with Alexander the Great made of gold plated silver
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Archaic pendant with Alexander the Great made of gold plated silver

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Archaic pendant with Alexander the Great made of sterling silver

Original price was: 62,00 €.Current price is: 53,00 €.

Archaic Jewels

Jewelry is a fascinating aspect of ancient Greek art and culture. From the Minoan era to the classical period, the Greeks created jewelry of extraordinary beauty and technical skill, which reflected their aesthetic preferences, religious beliefs, and social status.

Materials and Techniques:

Jewelry in ancient Greece was made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, brass, iron, as well as precious and semi-precious stones, such as carnelian, onyx, lapis, emeralds, sapphires, and pearls. The techniques used were highly sophisticated for their time, such as casting, forging, engraving and inlaying.

Figures and Symbols:

The shapes of ancient Greek jewelry were inspired by nature, mythology and everyday life. Animals such as birds, fish and reptiles were often depicted, as well as plants such as flowers and leaves. Also, geometric patterns and symbols were used, such as spirals, circles and crosses, which had a symbolic character and were linked to the religious beliefs of the Greeks.

Function and Symbolism:

Ancient Greek jewelry had both a practical and a symbolic function. They were used to adorn the body, protect against evil and express the wearer’s social status and personality. Many jewels had healing properties and were associated with specific deities.

Important Periods:

Minoan era: Minoan jewelry was characterized by the simplicity and elegance of its shapes.
Mycenaean era: Mycenaean jewelry was more elaborate and influenced by eastern cultures.
Geometric era: Geometric jewelry was characterized by the predominance of geometric shapes.
Archaic Period: Archaic jewelry featured a wide variety of shapes and symbols.
Classical Period: Classical jewelry was more realistic and depicted scenes from everyday life and mythology.

Conclusion:

Ancient Greek jewelry is an important source of information about the art, religion and society of the ancient Greeks. Their beauty, variety and symbolism make them priceless artifacts.