• Shinar Jewels Greek Octopus Necklace in 18ct gold plated stainless steel, featuring a detailed octopus pendant inspired by ancient Aegean marine art.
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Greek Octopus Necklace

Greek Octopus Necklace

£48.00 GBP
£48.00 GBP
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An ancient creature from the coinage of a Greek island city.

Inspired by the illustrious octopus coinage of ancient Eretria, this necklace transforms one of the Greek world's most distinctive maritime designs into jewellery for today.

DETAILS

HISTORICAL INSPIRATION

Octopus coinage of Eretria, Euboea, c. 500–465 BC

MATERIAL

18ct gold plated stainless steel

PENDANT SIZE

18mm

CHAIN LENGTH

Adjustable to 16", 18" or 20" (40.6 cm, 45.7 cm or 50.8 cm)

CARE

To keep your jewellery looking its best, gently wipe with a soft cloth after wear and store separately when not in use.

Avoid abrasive cleaners, polishing compounds and anything that may scratch or unnecessarily wear the plated surface.

DELIVERY & RETURNS

Your Shinar jewellery will arrive carefully packaged and ready to give — or to keep.

UK and international delivery options, costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.

Eligible unworn jewellery may be returned in accordance with our Returns Policy.

OUR GUARANTEE

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THE STORY

The Octopus of Eretria

More than 2,500 years ago, the ancient Greek city of Eretria struck silver coins carrying an extraordinary image from the sea.

On one side appeared cattle, imagery frequently encountered on the city's early coinage. Turn the coin over, however, and an altogether more unusual creature emerged: an octopus, its tentacles curling outwards within the confines of an incuse square.

Eretria stood on Euboea, the long island lying just off the eastern coast of mainland Greece. The sea formed an important part of the world surrounding the city, and the octopus became one of the most memorable images to appear on its early silver coinage.

Surviving examples still preserve the wonderfully irregular character of these ancient coins. Their shapes are imperfect, their surfaces bear the marks of striking, and no two feel entirely alike.

Inspired by this remarkable coinage, the Greek Octopus Necklace reimagines the ancient creature in miniature — preserving its curling tentacles and unmistakable maritime character in a piece of jewellery made to be worn today.

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The Octopus of Eretria
ARCHIVE NOTE
SILVER DIDRACHM OF ERETRIA
Eretria, Euboea · c. 500–465 BC · Silver
Numismatic Museum of Athens · Photograph: Francesco Bini · CC BY-SA 4.0
DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY LIFE

MADE FOR THE AGES

THE SHINAR STANDARD

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DURABLE STAINLESS STEEL

Made from hard-wearing stainless steel, chosen for strength and durability.

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18CT GOLD PLATED

Finished in our rich 18ct gold for the warmth and character of fine gold jewellery.

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WATERPROOF

Designed to go wherever you do — waterproof for everyday wear, from the shower to the pool and sea.

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SHINAR GUARANTEE

Designed for lasting wear and supported by the Shinar Jewels guarantee.

ANCIENT INSPIRATION · MODERN MATERIALS · MADE FOR THE AGES