Gold Vintage Earrings by Zolotas

Two features add interest to these hoop earring by Zolotas. They are both yellow and white gold and have two different textures. The white gold centers have a ribbed, swirl design. ...

Ram earrings made of gold 22k signed by the famous Greek jeweler Zolotas. The earrings are with a clap closure but we can change it on demand and make an alpa closure for ear holes. circa 1980-1990 Weight: 23.8 grams The Greek firm of Zolotas was founded in 1895 in Athens at the foot of the Acropolis by Efthimios Zolotas. After gaining experience at the ateliers in Paris he returned home determined to use what he had learnt to start his own business. In doing so he wanted to create a jewellery house that combined the traditions and style of his homeland with Parisian standards of craftsmanship. The firm was immediately successful and Zolotas was soon able to open his own workshop adjacent to the store on Aiolou Street. In 1904 he married his wife Konstantina and their son Xenofon was born the following year. By this time his work had come to the attention of the Greek Royal family and in 1910 he created a series of jewels for them to wear to the coronation of England’s King George V. Xenofon didn’t join his father in the business but instead forged his own path, becoming a Professor at the University of Thessaloniki, working for the Bank of Greece and even serving briefly as Prime Minister, however he always remained connected to the Zolotas business. Indeed, it was he who initiated the collaborations with Greek archaeological museums at the beginning of the 1960s to re-interpret the Classical motifs and patterns found therein and transpose them onto jewellery. This reimagining of ancient history and honouring of Greek culture produced some of the firms most successful and memorable jewels which were adored by stylish women such as Maria Callas, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. The 1970s saw a store opening in Paris and collaborations with the sculptor Claude Lalanne and the artist Paloma Picasso who designed various pieces for the firm including a gold panel bracelet...

A pair of 22 karat gold ear clips, with a weight of 33.7 grams. Signed Zolotas.

Signed Zolotas these clip on stud earrings featuring two round Lapis mounted on 22 Karat yellow gold. Matching Necklace is available.

These bold and unique looking earrings are designed by Zolotas and crafted in Greece from solid 22k yellow gold. They feature an absolutely bold ribbed wing or flame design that's do...

Clips-on earrings designed by Zolotas. Magnificent pair of clips-on earrings, created in Athens Greece by the jewelry makers of Zolotas, back in the late 1970's. These gorgeous pair...

These beautiful earrings were designed by Zolotas of Athens, Greece. Founded in 1895 the company merges Greek heritage with modern style to create these timeless pieces which have si...

This earrings are designed by Zolotas of Athens , Greece. Founded in 1895 the company merges Greek heritage with modern style to create these timeless pieces. Coveted by Royals and A...

Clips-on earrings designed by Zolotas. An exceptional beautiful pair of clips-on earrings, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Zolotas. These vintage earrings have been crafted with ancient Greeks patterns in solid rich yellow gold of 22 karats with hammered and frosted finishes. The earrings were designed as left and right and embellished with two natural earth mined lapis lazuli. They are fitted at the reverse with post for pierced ears and French omega backs for fastening clips. Lapis Lazuli: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 round cabochons cuts (15 x 15 x 5 mm) of natural blue lapis lazuli with a weight of about 16.70 carats. Birthstone: Lapis lazuli for the month of September. Weight: 35.95 Grams, (23.20 Dwt). Measurements: Diameter of 33 mm (1.30 Inches). Hallmarks: They are both stamped with Greek marks, the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "ZOLOTAS GREECE K22 TA-24". History of Zolotas The firm of Zolotas, was founded in Athens in 1895 by Efthimios Zolotas. The jewelry of Zolotas is very well known for their designs inspired by Greek antiquity. In the 1950, they made the decision to create the trademark and branches out into international markets. It was also during this era that the jewelry House of Zolotas began crafting what would become their ancient Greek signature style. In a gorgeous combination of modern and ancient styles. The high karat gold jewelry was fashioned using traditional techniques and motifs with contemporary flair. The symbols which had been sacred to the Greek culture some thousands of years prior were now manifested in ram, lion...

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver. Signed by Zolotas Circa 1970s 1 1/8 x 1 3/8 inches