Founded in Copenhagen by the Greek jeweler Méri Charitonidi, °’HRIAM emits a vibe of ancestral Mediterranean craftsmanship and effortless Scandinavian harmony. Timeless, symbolic, and sustainable, the artifacts derive from complex incentives and heterogeneous stimuli. All creations are both contemporary and classic, ideal to inaugurate a strong heirloom tradition for you and your loved ones.
“Welcome to my universe of treasures; each piece of my jewelry withholds the warmth of the sun and the spark of the people who inspired them.”
Gold
I’ve been making jewelry since forever. It started as a personal passion, creating pieces for myself. People began to notice and request custom pieces. It wasn’t until before COVID that I started working with gold. My husband encouraged me to create a legal entity for protection since I was dealing with valuable materials. It all became official during the first lockdown.
Extravaganza
My first collection, Extravaganza, featured big floral and statement pieces. The audience response was incredible. The moment I felt it was becoming something significant was when Harper’s Bazaar contacted me for their New Designers column. Later, my pieces were requested by the Greek Foundation and showcased in a museum in Athens. These milestones made me realize I had something special.
Heritage
Greek culture inevitably influences my designs. The craftsmanship heritage in Greece is rich and varied, due to its history and geographical location. This blend of different cultural influences is reflected in the jewelry. It’s not a deliberate strategy, but a natural integration of the environment I’m surrounded by. This heritage is just very inspiring. There’s a vast array of jewelry styles in Greece, from ancient to modern, each telling a unique story. Visiting places like my favorite museum – the Archaeological Museum in Athens – exposes you to this incredible history and craftsmanship.
The Cyclades
One of our bestsellers is a necklace inspired by the Cycladic islands, known as the Cyclades Necklace. The Cyclades were a sacred place, with the island of Delos at its center, used for rituals rather than habitation. The necklace represents this sacred circle, symbolizing a protective and energetic cycle around the wearer. This piece has been very popular, especially among people with a strong connection to Greece.
