Lalaounis 1970 Akra Crabs ClipsOn Earrings In 18Kt Sterling

A pair of zodiacal earrings designed by Ilias Lalaounis. Beautiful clips-on earrings, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Ilias Lalaounis back in the 1970. These beautiful vintage pair are rare and have been carefully crafted in two tones, a center in solid yellow gold of 18 karats framed in solid .925/.999 sterling with high polished finish. The main element in the centers is a pair of highly defined medallions with crabs in high relief. These medallions are in allusion to the ancient coins from the city of Akra (Agrigento) in southern Italy in Sicily. They are fitted at the reverse with hinged omega backs for fastening clips and the option of posts for pierced ears can be easily added.  City of Akra The city was founded around 582 BC by Greek colonists from Gela, Agrigento, then known as Akra, was one of the leading cities during the golden age of Ancient Greece. The city flourished under Theron's leadership in the 5th century BC, marked by ambitious public works and the construction of renowned temples. Despite periods of dormancy during the Punic Wars, Agrigento emerged as one of Sicily's largest cities in the Republican era. During the Principate, Agrigento's strategic port and diverse economic ventures, including sulfur mining, trade and agriculture, sustained its importance throughout the high and late Empire. Economic prosperity persisted in the 3rd to 4th centuries AD, but excavations show decline in activity after the 7th century. Zodiac: The symb