Helen of Troy Vibes
Let’s bring it all the way back to some of the earliest stories in human history with the Trojan Coin Stud Earrings by Vincent Peach. The battle of Troy is a story so old that modern historians aren’t quite sure where the truth ends and myth begins. Originally documented in Homer’s Iliad and reimagined in the 2004 film with Brad Pitt and Diane Kruger, the story of Troy has everything a legend needs: intrigue, subterfuge, and a beautiful woman. Depicting a carved cameo of the infamous Trojan horse that is aged to appear like ancient coinage, the Trojan Coin Stud Earrings by Vincent Peach are the perfect accessory to embody the iconic Helen herself.
Versatile and Vintage-Inspired
When it comes to old-world beauty, look no further than the designers at Armenta. The Yellow Gold Artifact Huggie Hoop Drop Earrings draw inspiration from classical architecture but is imbued with the versatility of a modern piece. The 18k Yellow Gold earrings feature a detachable, intricately carved artifact, framed with delicate milgrain edges and white diamond accents. The detachable drops are hung from yellow gold huggie hoops, each with an elegant diamond pavé. Wear these gorgeous earrings as-is or mix and match with more Armenta detachable charms for a look that is as flexible as it is fabulous.
Black Hole Sun
We’re not finished with Armenta yet. For an antiquity-inspired look that feels like it’s a little more on the edgy side of things, the Pointed Halo Drop Earrings by Armenta are hard to beat. True to the intricate style of Armenta’s all-women's atelier, these yellow gold earrings are cast into a six-pointed star shape with a detailed milgrain edge framing the black onyx centerpiece. Each point on the yellow gold star is accented with white diamonds and is punctuated by a pavé of tiny white diamonds on either side. The star motifs are suspended by gold hoops that host two yellow gold and diamond stars that meet at their points, adding a touch of artistry to the hanging hardware.
A Fine Patina
Nothing says “ancient” like the tell-tale teal patina on metals. Patina is a naturally occurring phenomenon that applies a greenish coat to metals over time. Famously, the Statue of Liberty’s copper frame is completely covered in patina, giving it the well-known green color for which it’s known. Modern-day jewelers apply patina artificially to capture that old-world feel that we get from naturally occurring patina. The Artifact Stack Ring by Armenta looks like an archaeologist’s dream: six round brass coins, each enhanced with a fine patina, are linked together with bright yellow gold facets, which are framed by milgrain edges and dotted with white diamonds.
Ode to Renaissance
Time to bust out the old art history books from undergrad – we’re referencing the religious Renaissance painter, Raphael. Temple St. Clair is no stranger to religious and celestial motifs in their collections, but none is as prevalent as the Raphaelian cherubic angel. Raphael became a household name in Christian iconography with his cherub and portrait paintings, going as far as to be named the “Prince of Painters” by Pope Julius II. Temple St. Clair utilizes a Raphaelian cherub in a carved cameo of yellow gold, surrounded by a diamond halo. The motif sits on an 18k yellow gold band, allowing the angelic centerpiece to shine