These sterling silver earrings feature the traditional Greek Key Motif, also known as the meander or eternity symbol. On each earring post is a small square shaped Greek Key Motif, and below hangs a large curved diamond or rhombus shaped Greek Key. The earrings have a hammered or punched silver texture, which creates interesting detail.
Sterling Silver (925 Stamp)
Straight-back silver post (for pierced ears only)
Made in Greece
Diamond approx. 33mm (2 in) x 18mm (.71 in)
Approx. 48mm (1.89 in) length with post
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.