History

The coat of arms of the Fragopoulos family and dynastic flag dating back to 1208 and first used on the island of Naxos. 

The fleur-de-lis combined with the white and blue lines that represents the flag of the Dukes of the Aegean sea.
The first reference about Constantine Fragopoulos, who was sent by the 41st Doge of Venice, Enrico Dandolo, to a mission starting from 1197 to 1203  at the Black Sea and was negotiating on behalf of the Doge of Venice during conflicts between Turkish and Byzantine merchants.

 

After successful negotiations. Constantine Fragopoulos became one of the generals of Marco Sanudo who captured the greek aegean islands Naxos, Paros and Santorini in the year 1207 for the Doge of Venice.

After Marco Sanudo’s victorious campaign in 1207, the Duchy of the Archipelago, was established,

With Naxos as its capital, governing Naxos, Paros, Santorini, and neighboring islands.

Sanudo’s rule was fortified by his delegation of authority, dividing Naxos among ten generals who became feudal lords. Among them was Constantine Fragopoulos, a figure whose name would echo through history.

 

The ten generals were granted vast estates, charged with governance, defense, and fostering trade to ensure the prosperity of Venetian rule.

 

 

To secure their territories, they constructed fortified towers—symbols of stability and influence in a rapidly changing world.

The Fragopoulos – De la Rocca Tower in Naxos remains one of the most iconic, standing as a reminder of this era’s architectural prowess and strategic foresight.

 

 

For eight centuries, the Fragopoulos family carried forward their legacy, adapting to changing times.

 

Honored with titles of nobility in both Naxos and Zakynthos, they embraced new roles as cultural and political mediators.

 

Members of the family from the Naxos branch (1628–1925) adopted Roman Catholicism under Venetian influence, exemplifying their adaptability in preserving influence across shifting religious and political landscapes.

 

 

From 1725 to the post-WWII era, the family entered the international stage, serving in diplomatic positions mainly with the United Kingdom.

 

 

Their legacy of bridge-building—between nations, cultures, and ideologies—remains a hallmark of their story, a testament to their resilience and foresight in navigating complex geopolitical landscapes.

 

 

Today, as we reflect on this heritage spanning over 800 years, we honor these traditions by redefining trust and excellence in a modern context.

 

 

With a steadfast focus on transparency, precision, and performance, we connect discerning individuals and institutions with unparalleled opportunities in the blue-chip sector of the investment-grade assets in the automotive market.

 

 

Like the Fragopoulos family before us, we stand at the intersection of history and innovation, ensuring that every decision is rooted in integrity and a vision for the future, always focused on the bigger picture and innovative solutions.

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