The rich tradition of making Komboloys dates back to ancient Greek nobility and sovereigns who used these threaded beads as a status symbol. Over the centuries, Kombaloys have evolved into somewhat of a "worry bead" that helps people from all walks of life calm their nerves or break a bad habit. The Kombaloy beads made at the authentic shop of Kombologadiko are made out of hundreds of different materials but amber remains the most popular and traditional.