- 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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