Byzantine Silver Cross Julian – Yianni Jewelry

Byzantine Silver Cross Julian – Yianni Jewelry Cross with granules of precious metal and karavolos design in the center. Granulation is a jewellery technique whereby a surface of a jewel is covered with small spheres or granules. The technique is thought to have its origins in Mesopotamia about 5,000 years ago. Karavolo which means when a wire forms elaborate spirals. Black oxidized background. Handmade Cross, inspired by Greek tradition & byzantine art. Made in 925° sterling silver. These silver creations of Yianni Jewelry, created by Garbis Khacherian, a silversmith trader since 1987. Julian, also known as Julian the Apostate, was Roman Emperor from 361 to 363, as well as a notable philosopher and author in Greek. He was the last emperor of the Constantinian dynasty.