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Granulation Eros and Psyche Oval Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli Diamond 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Lapis Lazuli and a brilliant cut Diamond. Inspired by one of the best love stories in classical Greek
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Evil Eye Enameling Cufflinks with a Brilliant Diamond Centre in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
enamel, black white and blue, that create the elegant shilouete of an eye. In the greek culture the evil
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Square Circle Black Onyx Cufflinks Handcrafted in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Square Cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold, featuring a round -Circle- black onyx centre. The gold and the round black onyx together create a contemporary statement of classine...
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2010s Greek Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granulation Drop Earrings with Cushion Blue Topaz Diamonds in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
-A-Kind pair of earrings belongs to Odyssea Collection: A collection inspired by the ancient Greek
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2010s Greek Greek Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Black Onyx Cufflinks with Brilliant Cut Diamonds in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
, representing all different paths Nicofilimon has walked on during his career. This piece of jewelry can be
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Black Onyx Cufflinks with Pave Brilliant Cut Diamonds in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
jewelry is a trully statement of classiness. Title: Square Black Onyx Cufflinks Collection
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Pearl Pendant Necklace 22Kt Yellow Inspired from Blue Pearl Meditation
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
jewellery that express the love of humanity in a divine way.
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Greek Key Hoop Earrings #22786
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18k Yellow Gold Greek Key Hoop Earrings- These Greek key earrings feature the iconic meander
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20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubellite Grecian Style 18Kt Gold Ring with Alexander the Great and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
collection inspired by the ancient Greek heritage, and its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. This
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2010s Greek Greek Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Granulation Oval Drop Earrings with Carved Aquamarine Diamond 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
by the ancient Greek heritage, its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. This breathtaking pair
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2010s Greek Greek Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Cufflinks with Rhombus Black Onyx Centre in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Square cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold featuring a rhombus black onyx centre. The black and gold colour combination captures the eternal spirit of fashion with timeless sop...
Category

2010s Greek Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Round Cufflinks with Pave Diamond Centre in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Mother of Pearl round cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold with pave brilliant cut diamond centre. There is no shape more complete and more eternal, than a circle. These Cufflin...
Category

2010s Greek Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ilias Lalaounis GREECE 18K Gold Rustic Band Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage GREECE 18K Gold Rustic Band Ring GREECE 750 Approximate Dimensions: 6 (Ring Size) 1.5 cm
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20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Pendant Matte Necklace in 22Kt Yellow Gold with Royal Quartz and Diamond
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Necklace, handmade, in 22Kt Matte yellow gold with Royal Clear Faceted quartz and diamond. Original, Elegant One of a kind. Handcrafted using traditional techniques and designed to b...
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Shell Cameo White Gold with Diamond Brooch Greek Goddess Artemis
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present a stunning and rare antique cameo featuring the ancient Greek goddess
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Greek Key Hoop Earrings #21946
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Greek Key Hoops These hoops are key to unlocking a whole new level of style! These
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20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold Antique Large Carved Greek Maiden Cameo Brooch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This is a unique antique Greek maiden carved shell cameo brooch or pendant. This piece is at least
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Two-Tone Greek Key Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Greek Key Band Ring is all handmade in a unique two
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Open Bangle Snake Bracelet in 18Kt Yellow and White Gold Diamonds Pave Setting
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
elements from ancient Greece as the snake used to have a prominent position in Greek Mythology. Title
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Square Cufflinks with Rhombus Black Onyx Brilliant Diamonds 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Square cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold featuring a rhombus black onyx centre and brilliant cut diamonds. The brilliant diamonds and the black onyx create a mesmerising play...
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2010s Greek Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Playing Card Cufflinks Black Red Ceramic Colors Enameling in 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Square cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold, featuring the symbols of a playing card and a brilliant cut diamond. The two different colours of ceramic enamel -cerachrom- black a...
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Black Onyx Cufflinks with Pave Diamonds Centre in 14Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Round cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt white gold, featuring black onyx and Pave diamonds centre. There is no shape more complete and more eternal, than a circle. These Cufflinks are a ...
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black Onyx Cufflinks with Brilliant Cut Diamonds in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique Cufflinks handcrafted in 14Kt yellow gold, featuring hand carved black onyx and Pave brilliant cut diamonds 0.244 ct total. This unique combination captures the eternal spirit...
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Ancient Greek Lion Coin 0.13ct Natural Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This extraordinary ring blends history with luxury, featuring an authentic Ancient Greek Lion
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2010s Singaporean Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ZOLOTAS Greece Clips On Earrings in Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold With Lapis Lazuli
By Zolotas
Located in Miami, FL
in Greece by the jewelry house of Zolotas. These vintage earrings have been crafted with ancient
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Vintage 1970s Greek Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Greek Key Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
microscopically carved in a unique Greek design to create a stunning art piece. This beautiful ring features 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Summer In Greece Clip Earrings by Gripoix Paris
By Fanni Fischer for Gripoix Paris
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Summer in Greece Long Clip Drop Earrings Materials : poured glass, gold (24k) plated brass Size
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2010s French Artist Drop Earrings

Butterfly Brooch with Pink Red and Blue Sapphires Diamonds in 18Kt Rose Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
sapphires, handcrafted in 18Kt rose gold. The elegance of the Greek nature inspired Nicofilimon to create
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2010s Greek Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...

Round celestial-inspired Brochure Necklace 18kt Gold Akoya Pearls and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
collectors looking for unique, statement jewelry. This piece was awarded with the 1st Prize in jewelry
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Early 2000s Greek Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14K Gold Enameled Greek Key Pattern Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
looking. The Greek key motif is a mesmerizing pattern, and is very tight with the finest enamel work
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Tie Necklace with Seven Yoga Chakras in Sterling Silver and Double Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
forms that evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. This is jewellery for
Category

2010s Greek Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Greek Round Textured Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade sunburst design textured Greek clip post 18k yellow gold earrings. 18k yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Prong Hoop Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Iolite and Peridot in Stock
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
named after the Greek water nymph "Echo". Limited edition - In stock Stone details: Peridot 2.25ct
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2010s Greek Romantic Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Pear Radial Shape Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Very Peri Iolite and Peridot
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
named after the Greek water nymph "Niso". DESIGNER NOTE: “The natural beauty and mystical ambience of
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2010s Greek Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Beaded Gold Earrings Ear Wire in 22kt with Oxidized Ancient Style Silver Coin
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
& oxidized silver Collection: Odyssea (inspired of Ancient Greece and the great culture of that period
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold

Handcrafted Pendant Necklace Silver with Sri Yantra Brilliant Cut Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. A Yoga jewelry piece, guaranteed
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Angels colorful Dangle Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with Semi-Precious Gemstones
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
jewelry into a poetic expression of beauty. Talented and knowledgeable, Nicofilimon (aka Nikos Garbis
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2010s Greek Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Dome Statement Ring in Oxydized Silver with Turqoize and Tzavorite Art Piece
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
embrace jewelry design as the noble form of craftsmanship that it is. His studies in jewelry design
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2010s Greek Artist Dome Rings

Materials

Garnet, Turquoise, Silver

Versace Greek Key White Gold Pendant Leather Necklace
By Versace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic circular pendant by Versace showcasing the iconic greek key motif pierced throughout in 18k
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Granulation Acanthus Obsidian Pendant Necklace with Emerald in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
. Inspired by the greek nature, Nicofilimon designed this breathtaking jewelry piece highlighting the elegant
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Swivel Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Greek, Archaic period, circa 500 B.C. An ancient gold swivel – signet ring with a finely carved
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal

Pair of Margot de Taxco Greek Key Sterling Silver and Enamel Cufflinks
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. With an interlocking "greek key" design - one key in black enamel and the other in a mosaic pattern of
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian Diamond Moonstone 18 Karat Gold Antique Greek God Dionysus Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the head of the Greek god Dionysus carved out of moonstone Translucent colorless body
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Hardstone 14 Karat Gold Micro-Mosaic Greek Mythological Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stickpin centers intricately inlaid hardstone micro-mosaic depicting the head of the god Dionysus Adorned with grape vine crown on an orangey-red background Ranging in color with g...
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Greek Made Yellow Gold Ram s Head Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold bangle, featuring two ram's heads. Greek made most likely by Zolotas or Ilias
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Authentic Ancient Greek Silver Coin and Octagon Ring
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Greek silver coin set in 22k yellow gold and mounted on a brushed/ textured
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Yellow Gold Garnet Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Greek Key Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Garnet Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Greek Key Antique Stone Information
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Necklace with Seven Chakras in 14Kt Gold and Double Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
that evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. This is jewellery for those
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Filigree Blue Chalcedony Pendant with Gold Flowers Diamond 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Greek heritage, its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. A romantic jewelry piece, guaranteed to
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2010s Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Chalcedony, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold with Empire Rutilated Quartz Rubies in Stock
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
statement piece of jewelry that gives unique and unforgettable style to your outfitt. KARMA Nicofilimon
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2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lalaounis Greece Ram s Head Earrings of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
-century Greek haute joaillerie, ideal for the serious collector of signed luxury jewelry.
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tama Pendant with Love Burning Sacred Heart in 14kt Yellow Gold with Tassel
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Tama Pendant Necklace with the Love Burning Sacred Heart, in 14kt Yellow Gold with Tassel A "Tama" is a promise to a superior, divine power. Something we do in return, when a specia...
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2010s Greek Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mini Crown Pendant in 14kt Yellow Gold Conte Type with Rolo Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Crown Pendant in 14Kt gold, mini size with rolo chain. Easy wear a really unique piece, that can add your style and glamour! Perfect for daily use. Title: Conte Crown Collection: Me...
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Lotus Flouer Love Round Pendant Necklace in 14kt Rose Gold with Rolo Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Round Lotus Flouer Love Pendant, with the eight leaves of lotus flower, handmade Original, Elegant, designed to be comfortable and easy to wear everyday! The idea of this necklace, ...
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

MEDUSA Authentic Ancient Greek Coin 4th Cent. AD Silver Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This ring showcases an authentic Greek silver coin from the 4th century BC, featuring a depiction
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2010s European Classical Roman Cocktail Rings

Materials

Silver

Blue Topaz with Gold Greek Key Bezel Necklace
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Blue Topaz Topaz Dimensions: 11mm x 9mm Stone Cut: Emerald Metal Choice: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 26mm x 14mm with enhanced bail Weight: 3 grams C...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Greek Muse 14k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This antique shell cameo pendant features a finely carved Greek muse set in warm 14k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Greece Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the greece jewellery you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 4863 vintage or 5317 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect greece jewellery among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a greece jewellery has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Ilias Lalaounis, Georgios Collections Inc and Yianni Creations are consistently popular. A greece jewellery of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 3298, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our greece jewellery for sale are for women, but there are 4026 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Greece Jewellery?

Prices for a greece jewellery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $11 and can go as high as $1,485,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,784.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.