Pavilion Of The Winds

Pavilion of the Winds is replete with bright turquoise, midnight blue lapis, and earthy carvings that reference Byzantine symbology and pagan Roman theology. The designs pay homage to the amalgamation of classical Greek, Roman, and Byzantine cultures that took place in ancient Constantinople, and the enduring nature of the extraordinary images there created.
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Endymion Ring - 18k Gold Plate
The ring features a raised octagonal face, with a debossed star in the centre, surrounded by hybrid stones. Endymion is a poem by John Keats, in which he describes a goddess-like woman, so beautiful and lovely he is compelled to worship her. His muse in real life was his neighbour, Fanny Brawne, about whom he wrote the poem Bright Star. Here, Keats expresses his longing to be as constant and unwavering as a star, which watches over the world with unending patience.
Puabi Ring - 18k Gold Plate
The Puabi Ring is a golden band that widens to a gentle point at the centre-top, and which is gently etched with geometric shapes. Queen Puabi of Ur was an ancient Sumerian queen who ruled in the city-state of Ur during the 26th century BCE. She was known for her wealth, power, and elaborate burial, which included an assortment of precious jewellery and other valuable objects.
Feronia Hoops
These golden half-hoops are decorated with swirls handcrafted by Olivia. Feronia was a revered Roman goddess of wildlife, fertility, health, and abundance. She was particularly venerated by plebeians and freedmen for granting freedom and civil rights to the most humble members of society.
Constantine Cross Pendant - 18k Gold Plate
This gold cross pendant is taken from the mould of an original Byzantine piece. The magnificent Byzantine jewellery and cross pendants discovered in archaeological excavations are a testament to the exceptional achievements of the 4th century. During this time, the Roman Emperor, St.
Antigoni Necklace - 18k Gold Plate
The Antigoni Necklace features a string of sleek, black cord with four pendants suspended on it. Each necklace is unique with varying pendants. The first pendant is a brown shell, reminiscent of the sea and its life-giving powers. The second pendant is a sky-blue scarab, which is known in ancient Egyptian mythology as a symbol of transformation and rebirth. The remaining two pendants are earthy stones, each unique in their colour and pattern.
Hypatia Ring - 18k Gold Plate
The Hypatia is a signet-style ring with a gently antiqued and etched face, as well as soft ridges at the top of the band. It is named for Hypatia, the daughter of Theon, a famous mathematician, and philosopher in Alexandria, Egypt. She became known for her vast knowledge and eloquent teachings in mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy.
Sidus Ring - 18k Gold Plate
The Sidus is a petite signet ring with etchings in a naîve art style, featuring a brightly shining object over a landscape of simple buildings. Sidus Iulium was a daylight-visible comet that appeared in the skies of Rome for a week in 44 BC, shortly after Julius Caesar's assassination. Its appearance was seen as a divine omen representing the remnants of the soul of the late Emperor, reinforcing the idea that Caesar had become a god. Caesar’s successor then built the Temple of the Comet Star.
Kore Ring with Pearl - 18k Gold Plate
The Kore Ring features a raised hexagonal face, in which a round freshwater pearl is embedded. Kore, Demeter's daughter, was trapped in the Underworld after picking a narcissus - the small hole beneath the flower opened up into a gaping chasm and swallowed the beautiful goddess whole. She soon fell in love with Hades, but upon seeing her mother’s sadness, he returned her to her family on the condition that she spend four months with him each year.
Mikail Ring
The Mikail Ring’s round face features an engraving from a Byzantine coin, depicting an angel with a cross-shaped staff. The Archangel Michael, or Mikail in Arabic is present in Christian, Jewish and Islamic tradition. He is variously depicted as a warrior, an advocate and defender, and even the creator of other angels by means of his own tears.
Sidus Ring
The Sidus is a petite signet ring with etchings in a naîve art style, featuring a brightly shining object over a landscape of simple buildings. Sidus Iulium was a daylight-visible comet that appeared in the skies of Rome for a week in 44 BC, shortly after Julius Caesar's assassination. Its appearance was seen as a divine omen representing the remnants of the soul of the late Emperor, reinforcing the idea that Caesar had become a god.
Thalia Ring - 18k Gold Plate
The Thalia Ring features blue and brown hybrid stones of slightly varying shapes and sizes in an open bezel setting, which allows the light to shine through. Thalia was one of the three ancient Greek Charities or Graces, alongside her two sisters. Her name, which means abundant or flourishing, was reflected in the joyous expression carved into statues dedicated to her.
Comnena Pendant - 24k Vermeil
This pendant is a sterling silver Byzantine coin etched with the figure of a saint, set in 24K Vermeil, and surrounded by six white zircon stones. Limited edition with numbered engraving. It is named for the author of the Alexiad, historian Anna Comnena, who documented the reign of her father, the Byzantine emperor Alexios I Comnenos. As a princess and scholar she was known not only as a political figure but for her extensive education and writings.
Hypatia Ring - Sterling Silver
The Hypatia is a signet-style ring with a gently antiqued and etched face, as well as soft ridges at the top of the band. It is named for Hypatia, the daughter of Theon, a famous mathematician, and philosopher in Alexandria, Egypt. She became known for her vast knowledge and eloquent teachings in mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy.
Monde Studs - 18k Gold Plate
These gold stud earrings are fastened at the ear with a small sphere, below which is a larger golden globe. Monde, meaning “world” in French, is the name for a design feature of royal accessories. It is a representation of a world or globe, typically depicted as a small sphere or orb. It is usually placed on top of the crown, often as a symbolic representation of the ruler's dominion over the world or their sovereignty.
Ardoksho Pendant in Turquoise - 18k Gold Plate
This turquoise pendant in the shape of a lion is suspended using the ancient jewellery-making technique of wire wrapping. Ardoksho is the name of the Central Asian Goddess who, when shown as benign, was depicted in sculpture seated on a lion. In one notable example from Central Afghanistan, she holds a palm leaf, reflecting her representation as a Goddess of abundance, fortune and prosperity.