Konstantino 18k/Sterling Clio Collection Citron hoop earrings

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Konstantino 18k/Sterling Clio Collection Citron hoop earrings. 1 1/8" x .25" wide with no issues, guaranteed authentic Konstantino and solid … Read more Konstantino 18k/Sterling Clio Collection Citron hoop earrings. 1 1/8" x .25" wide with no issues, guaranteed authentic Konstantino and solid 18k gold and sterling. 12.7 grams, uncommon retired design.

4,000 BC In the heart of the Mediterranean, generations of alchemists, artisans and goldsmiths explored the depths of earth's most valued materials. Gold, silver, bronze and precious stones inspired the creation of fine jewelry, a creative expression of human intelligence. Through the ages, Greek goldsmiths have estab- lished an exceptionally unique presence in the history of fine jewelry, evident across the Mediterra- nean, spanning through the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Byzantine eras of Greece. The indestructible nature of fine jewelry exudes -like qualities, a timelessness that surpasses the ages of style and trend. The Konstantino style emerged from the roots of these traditions, paving the way for its own unique style, one re-defining the blueprint of the classical Greek identity.

1958: Birth of a legend Konstantino was born in Filiadona, a small village outside Athens where the Ancient city of Melitea once stood. There he watched his father closely as he worked on the farm, building machines and tools of his own. Here Konstantino developed a great appre- ciation for the art of hand craftsmanship.

1978: A musical influence Following his love for music, the young Konstantino became a disc jockey in the city of Athens, playing everything from Carlos Santana to Lou Reed. These icons and many more, inspired a stylistic fluidity that introduced an essence of glam rock to the scene. By way of music, Konstantino began curating his own aesthetic identity, as a creative mind and style icon. Where, these legends continue to influence the rule breaking spirit that drives the design team at Konstantino to this day. about-image-4 1983: Jewelry saved my life Konstantino fled the music scene of Athens in search of an oasis, he took a trip to the island of Hydra where he lived for the next 15 years. It was on this magical island, where Konstantino fell in love with jewelry. He began collecting and curating jewelry, whereby in 1988 the first Konstantino store opened.

1991: Annette Hydra is not only the birthplace of Konstantinos love for Jewelry but was also where he met his soon to be wife and creative partner, Annette. Together, from the ground up, Konstantino Jewelry soon estab- lished its presence in the US and global market.

1998: Global Impact As the admiration and craze for Konstantino spread, the dream continued to grow, where now our designs can be found in 10 countries globally. With the addition of a longstanding presence in Neimans, Sax, etc. etc. Konstantino is proud to represent an evolution of the Greek style to the world of fine jewel- ry lovers.

2016: A Family Future Konstantino and Annette's children, Julian and Phaedra joined the team, further continuing the legacy of love, risk, and passion for gold smithery and design. This new generation leads with humility, knowledge and a natural instinct for the dynamic of the Konstantino brand. Preserving the core philoso- phies of the brand and expanding on its already established style, is a challenge that's been taken on with confidence. See less