Gold, Soul & Symbolism | How Konstantina Mahlia is Redefining Fine Jewelry

Gold, Soul & Symbolism | How Konstantina Mahlia is Redefining Fine Jewelry

From Bling Talks: Insights from the Jewelers’ World by Anthony Haddad

October 30, 2025 · 25 min · Season 1 · Episode 30

About this episode

Konstantina Mahlia discusses her journey in redefining fine jewelry through cultural symbolism and sustainability.

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People in this episode

Host: Anthony Haddad

Guest: Konstantina Mahlia

Topics covered

  • fine jewelry
  • sustainability
  • Greek heritage
  • art and design
  • entrepreneurship
  • female empowerment

Keywords

  • fine jewelry
  • sustainability
  • Greek heritage
  • art
  • entrepreneurship
  • Mahlia Collection
  • jewelry design
  • gold

Sponsors

Once Insurance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mahlia Collection, Saks Fifth Avenue

Places: Tucson

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