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Monday, October 6, 2014

Ancient History of Earrings and Jewelry Facts


  • Earrings have been around since 2000 - 3000 B.C.  
  • 1st Archaeological evidence of earrings dates back to Iraq, from the Persian Empire    
  • Popular among Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, and Assyrians   
  • Two specific types of earrings worn: Pendants and Hoops  
  • Symbolized wealth, honor, social or class status and personal/political identity.   
  • Pendants with gemstones were commonly worn during the Roman Empire   
  • Earrings were usually worn by men in ancient times

 
 
Greece - Gold Earrings
 1-2nd Century B.C.









Greece - Gold Earrings
16th century B.C.









Roman - Amethyst Gemstone Pendant
212 AD









 
Syria - Gold Earrings
11th century
 












Iran - Gold Wire Earrings 11-12th century

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