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Zolotas

The firm of Zolotas, founded in Athens in 1895, is known for its jewelry designs inspired by Greek antiquity.

Zolotas Gold Bracelet. Photo Courtesy of Sotheby's
Zolotas Gold Bracelet. Photo Courtesy of Sotheby's
Zolotas Lion Head Bracelet.
Zolotas Lion Head Bracelet. Photo Courtesy of Sotheby's.
Zolotas Ram's Head Ring.
Zolotas Ram's Head Ring. Photo Courtesy of Doyle.

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Zolotas

Country

City

Athens

Era

e.1895

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Description

Specialties

Founder: Efthimios Zolotas, e.1895

  • Ancient Byzantine jewelry motifs.

1900

  • Opened his “Experimental Laboratory” on Aeolou St., Athens

1910

  • Created jewels and tiaras for the Greek Royal family to wear to the coronation of King George V of England.

1960s

  • 18k yellow gold historical Greek designs.
  • Celebrity & aristocratic clientele.

1970s

  • Moved the business to 10 Panepistimiou Ave., where it remains today
  • Opened in Paris.
  • 22k gold with texture and colored stones.
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