The lion stud disc earrings are 22k gold vermeil over 925 sterling silver with a black Greek key around the disc. Diameter 15mm.
The Lion represents the Leo in the zodiac, the Lion’s head is a symbol of great power as shown by Hercules defeating Nemean. The lion symbolizes a positive time in life, this fierce animal is connected to our inner urges in most ancient and biblical texts. The power, desire, control and possession of a lion is often seen as a positive attribute.
One of our Byzantine collection.
