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Cluster Classic Ring 18kt Yellow Gold with Oval Emerald 1.34 Carat and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Information: Limited Edition THE DESIGNER Talented and knowledgeable, Nicofilimon (aka Nikos Garbis) uses his
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2010s Greek Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Crown Shape Pendant Necklace handcrafted in 18Kt Rose Gold by Nicofilimon
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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20th Century Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Green Granat Heart Necklace with Star Ruby Cabochon and Citrine Original Design
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
cut and citrine pear cut The owner will discuss with the designer all the details and minor alteration
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2010s Greek Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, Star Ruby

Pendant Necklace in Oxidized Silver 925 and 18 Kt Gold "Teach Me" by Nicofilimon
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Jewelry, transforming it into an indispensable part of those who wear it. Jewels serve as extensions of
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Angel Drop Earrings in 18Kt Rose Gold with Pear and Round Purple Amethyst Gift
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Limited edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity THE DESIGNER Talented and
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2010s Greek Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Angel Drop Earrings 18Kt White Gold with Pear and Round Blue Topaz Gift for Her
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity THE DESIGNER Talented and knowledgeable
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2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold

Hamsa Shape Necklace with Enamel Evil Eye Black Diamond in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
evil eye in the greek culture protects the one who wears it from the negative energy and stops the bad
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Necklace in Silver and 18Kt Gold Tourmaline Roosevelt Dam Agate One of a Kind
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
a kind THE DESIGNER Talented and knowledgeable, Nicofilimon (aka Nikos Garbis) uses his creativity
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2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Tourmaline, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold

Angel Pendant Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Pear Yellow Citrine Best Gift for Her
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Angel Pendant Necklace in 18kt Rose Gold with Pear Round Purple Amethyst Gift
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Odysseus Ancient Coin Grecian Chain Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold Oxidized Silver
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
as a jewelry designer, has this special ability to put in each and every one of his creations a
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2010s Greek Hellenistic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Angel Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold with a Very Peri Pear and Round Iolite
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
: Angel's Stones Limited edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Greek Key Designer Ring with Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
You are admiring S. Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Hand Made Diamond Ring with the Greek Key
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Drop Heart Pendant Necklace in 18Kt White Gold with Diamonds Opale and Quartz
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
with diamonds, green opale and a rare quartz with inclusions. An exceptional piece of jewelry that
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Quartz, White Gold, 18k Gold

Hand Hammering Chandeliers Earrings with Pear Turquoises Pearls in 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
inspired by the ancient Greek heritage, its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. Title: Blue
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2010s Greek Byzantine Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granulation Four Petal Flower Byzantine Ring with Aquamarine Diamonds 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
bold ways to create exquisite pieces of jewelry, such as this ring. Minute gold beads and wire
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Dangle Long Earrings Hammering Granulation with Turquoises Diamonds 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
collection inspired by the ancient Greek heritage, its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. Title
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2010s Greek Byzantine Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Pear Cut Triple Graduated Granulation Necklace in 18Kt Gold and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
, remains a difficult and mysterious technique. Nicofilimon, as a jewelry designer uses it, in many of his
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2010s Greek Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Rounded Square Link Chain Bracelet 18kt Rose Gold White Black Diamonds 14, 80ct
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
piece of jewelry can be worn in a variety of arrangements, for any occasion - day or night. The
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2010s Greek Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pear Radial Shaped Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Iolites and Diamonds Stones
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Setting Diamonds, named after the Greek water nymph "Neda". The leader-piece of "A Dream of Elegance
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Double Chain Reast Bracelet 18kt Yellow Gold with Iolite and Peridot Ovel Shape
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
the Greek water nymph Kallisto. Oval shape. IN STOCK Limited Edition DESIGNER NOTE: “The natural
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2010s Greek Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Iolite, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Guardian Angel with Open Wings Necklace in 18Kt White Gold and Brown Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
carefully hand-set in three delicate white gold prongs. This unique jewelry piece belongs to ''Angels
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Pendant Necklace Cross Shape in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Rose Quartz and Amethyst
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
designer certificate of authenticity Designer note: Entering the world of subtle energy through Pranic
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2010s Greek Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lavalier Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Iolites Peridots Pear Shape
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
the Greek water nymph "Niso". Stone details: Iolite 3.90 ct in oval, pear, emerald and round cut and
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chakra Anatomy Pendant in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Amethyst and Diamonds GMCKS
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
aspect of our lives. Information: Limited edition - It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Band Ring in 18 Kt Gold Boho Style Granulated Stacking Ring Beaded
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
jewellery brand renowned for dramatic, unconventional statement pieces with a distinct Eastern twist. Fine
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2010s Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Rock Crystal Granulation Shell Pendant with Tourmalines in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Tourmalines. This breathtaking jewelry piece is braided according to the ancestral techniques of granulation
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Crystal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Row Pear Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Colorful Tourmalines
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
lead designer, Nicofilimon, sees jewellery as an art form that exists in harmony with the human body
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Early 2000s Greek Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Twin Hearts Aura Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
aspect of our lives. Information: Limited edition - It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Objets d Art and Earrings in 18kt Gold Silver Aquamarine and Pearls Art Object
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
DESIGNER Talented and knowledgeable, Nicofilimon (aka Nikos Garbis) uses his creativity to embrace jewelry
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2010s Greek Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Pendant Necklace in 18Kt White Gold Diamonds Heart and Royal Quartz Pear Drop
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
quartz, all handmade. A unique piece of jewelry that matches any occasion and adds style and brightness
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, White Gold, 18k Gold

Purple Heart Pendant Necklace in 18kt White Gold with Diamonds and Amethyst
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
amethyst give a dynamic combination in a statement and one of a kind piece of jewelry. Private collection
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Shield Shape Ring in 18Kt Rose Gold with Oval Blue Sapphire and Pave Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Greek Shield Shape Ring in 18Kt Rose Gold with Oval Sapphire & Brilliant Cut Diamonds. Handcrafted
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2010s Greek Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tanzanite Cluster Classic Ring Blue Oval in 18Kt White Gold Brilliant Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
brilliant cut diamonds. Inspired by the greek blue sea and its white foam, Nicofilimon designed this
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2010s Greek Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Granulation Oblong Obsidian Pendant Necklace Tourmalines Blue Topaz 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
ornamentation transform this pendant into a imperal jewelry piece. This One-Of-A-Kind Pendant belongs to Odyssea
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Double Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Peridot Iolite and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
after the Greek water nymph "Echo". Nicofilimon, sees jewellery as an art form that exists in harmony
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Mini Hanging Chain Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Gold with Peridot Iolitite Diamond
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Collection " A dream of elegance" and it's named after the Greek water nymph "Imalia". Nicofilimon, sees
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Manipura Solar Plexus Yoga Chakra Necklace with Lotus Flower Diamond 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. A special jewelry piece
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Muladhara Root Yoga Chakra Necklace Lotus Flower Brilliant Diamond in 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. A special jewelry piece, guaranteed to win
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Sahasrara Crown Yoga Chakra Pendant Necklace Lotus Flower Diamond 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
that evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. A special jewelry piece
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Manipura Solar Plexus Yoga Chakra Necklace with Lotus Flower Diamond 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
evoke inspirational feelings and contribute to your self-realization. A special jewelry piece
Category

2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mini Cross Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Brillant Cut Diamonds Gift
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Evil Eye Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold with Diamonds and Blue Sapphire
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
graceful piece of jewelry that never goes out of style. Title: Greek Evil Eye Necklace Collection
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace with a Rare Lapis Lazuli Rough Blue Cross Silver and Gold Iolite Garnet
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
designer certificate of authenticity THE DESIGNER Talented and knowledgeable, Nicofilimon (aka Nikos
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Iolite, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, 18k Gold

Oval Peridot Green Iolite blue and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18 carat Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
combination of colors, that catches the eye. Nicofilimon, as a jewelry designer has this special ability to
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2010s Greek Neoclassical Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring in 18Kt White Gold with Oval 4.31ct Aquamarine Sea Blue Colour and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
career. Title: Greek blue sea Collection : ''Metalloplasies Collection'' Stone Details : Aquamarine
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2010s Greek Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Byzantine Granulation Ring with Cabochon Turquoise Diamonds 22kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
One-Of-A-Kind ring belongs to Odyssea Collection: A collection inspired by the ancient Greek heritage
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eternal Grace Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pavé hoop Earrings
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
, femininity, and lasting prestige. Nicofilimon, as a jewelry designer has this special ability to combine
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2010s Greek Retro Chandelier Earrings

Materials

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

White Akoya Pearls Necklace with Quartz and Diamonds in 18 Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
An exceptional necklace. Made of white akoya pearls, with quartz surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds, this necklace is a statement piece that you must have in your collection. Addi...
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2010s Greek Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, White Gold

Handmade Triangle Eye Pendant Necklace with Red Round Ruby in 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Handmade Triangle Eye Pendant Necklace with Red Round Ruby in 14Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Cross and Chain in Yellow and White Gold 18Kt with Diamonds Brilliant Cut
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
characteristic of Greek Craftmanship and the creation of crosses. The combination with white gold gives a
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2010s Greek Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Double Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18Kt white gold ring marquise cut handmade
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
your cocktail dress as also with an evening gown. Nicofilimon, as a jewelry designer has this special
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2010s Greek Romantic Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Double Halo Pave Diamond Blue Sapphire 18Kt white gold ring marquise cut
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
central stone is 0.27ct and it is surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds 0.32ct A smashing jewelry piece
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2010s Greek Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Anahata Heart Yoga Chakra Necklace with Lotus Flower Round Diamond 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
diamond 0,01 ct Limited edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Amethyst Pear Floral Colorful 18kt Gold Ring with Rubys Peridots and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Edition The Garden ring comes from the brand Nicofilimon, a brand based in Greece. It's lead designer
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2010s Greek Romantic Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Angel Pendant Necklace 18kt Rose Gold with Blue Aquamarine and Purple Amethyst
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
: Angel's Stones Limited edition It comes with designer certificate of authenticity
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

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Greek Jewelry Designers For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of greek jewelry designers for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and Silver. Our selection of items includes 3 vintage examples as well as 9 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of greek jewelry designers bearing Revival or Modern hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer, Marcello Fontana and Georgios Collections Inc are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Crystal versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of cabochon, round cut and bead can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of greek jewelry designers, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Greek Jewelry Designers?

Prices for greek jewelry designers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $213 and can go as high as $10,750, while greek jewelry designers, on average, fetch $1,680.

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.