Alcyone a Greek mythology figure is synonymous to calm and tranquility. She is also the origin of the etymology for "halcyon days", the seven days in winter when storms never occur. This collection was designed using eye-shaped motifs and stones that are known to reflect harmony, softness, and calmness, but are also feminine and stylish.
These sterling silver earrings feature an eye-shaped design, with the traditional Greek Key motif cut into the metal. There is a single Greek Key on each earring post, from which the "eye shaped design" is hanging.
Non-precious stone color options: Turquoise, Clear Blue, Clear Magenta.
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Made in Greece
Sterling Silver, Non-Precious Stone
Straight-back silver post (for pierced ears only)
Approx. dimensions: 40mm (1.57 in) length x 15mm (.59 in) width
History
In art and architecture, a meander is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek Fret or Greek Key design, although these are modern words. The name "meander" recalls the twisting and turning path of the Maeander River. Meanders were among the most important symbols in ancient Greece; they, perhaps, symbolized infinity and unity; many ancient Greek temples incorporated the sign of the meander.