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37/A Double headed lion torc ring - MENS sizing
Check out our exquisite new men's addition to our lion torc jewelry...
614/DA Macedonian sun/starburst band ring
The impressive ancient royal symbol of the Macedonian dynasty.
642 Contemporary Snake-like droplet ring
Elegant and curvy with high gloss finish in silver.
More new products coming soon
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.
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.
A stunning specimen of signet (inwardly carved) jewelry in Minoan rhythm
The ancient Greeks idolized intellect and spirit, while gods shared mortal passions and flaws to make themselves more accessible to humans. Beauty and harmony were truly at the heart of the ancient Greek civilization. This never fails to inspire our intellectual, scientific and spiritual worlds.
Each jewel uncovers an epic highlight from 5000 years of self-decoration and is curated with passion since 1928 by the Vaphiadis family, a virtuoso signature in the field for 5 generations. Our jewelry collection has been consistently preferred by various royalties, heads of state and international personalities and is also sold through a host of top world class museums such as the Louvre.
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