Dareios Pendant with Authentic Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Seal in 925 Silver & Orange Sapphire in 9K Gold
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Description
The Dareios pendant from the German Kabirski Artifact Collection is a fusion of ancient Hellenistic craftsmanship and contemporary jewelry design. Featuring an authentic Lapis Lazuli seal, it depicts a detailed profile of a ruler or noble, adorned with an elaborate braided hairstyle and headpiece, surrounded by an inscription and celestial motifs. Set in oxidized 925 silver, the pendant is finished with a richly hued Orange Sapphire in a 9K gold frame, adding warmth and contrast to the deep blue stone.
The name Dareios is inspired by Darius I of Persia, one of the greatest rulers of the Achaemenid Empire, whose influence extended into the Hellenistic world. The portraiture style reflects Greek artistic influence on Persian iconography, a cultural exchange seen in seals from the Hellenistic and Greco-Persian periods (circa 4th–2nd century BCE). The star-like symbol above the figure’s head may signify divine favor, astrology, or royal authority, elements frequently integrated into Greek and Persian visual languages.
Ancient seals like this served as signatures of identity and power, used by rulers, diplomats, and merchants to validate agreements and establish their presence across vast territories. This one-of-a-kind pendant repurposes an artifact of classical antiquity into a modern heirloom, preserving its history while allowing it to be worn as a statement of timeless heritage.
Materials
Metal: 925 Silver, 9K Gold
Stones: Lapis Lazuli 38.65 ct, Sapphire 0.35 ct
Plating: Oxide
Dimensions
Width 19 mm
Length 44 mm
Weight 14.82 g
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Delivery: Production and delivery within 4-8 weeks
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