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Fashion Earring, type of jewelry, an ornament for the ear, attached to the lobe,
and usually worn one in each ear. Originally it was a ring, with or without
pendants, that was passed through a hole that had been pierced in the ear.
Sometimes the pendants were suspended from a hook rather than from a ring.

The wearing of Fashion earrings dates from ancient times and is mentioned in
the biblical book of Genesis. Fashion Earrings made of various materials,
particularly gold and other precious metals were worn by almost all ancient
peoples. These Fashion earrings often were decorated with gems. The
Egyptians excelled at fine filigree work on their golden earrings and also wore
earrings set with gemstones. The Fashion earrings of the Greeks, whether gold
or silver, as studs or pendants, were of magnificent workmanship. Roman
Fashion earrings were simple in form and decorated with precious cz stones.
Byzantine earrings were often long, cz stone pendants. Among the Native
Americans of Mesoamerica and the Andes in pre-Columbian times (before the
16th century ad), noblemen wore Sterling Silver ear ornaments and earplugs,
often incorporating turquoise. Among many of the Asian peoples, Fashion
Jewelry earrings have been worn by both men and women.
development of clip and screw fasteners has increased the popularity of Fashion Earring. At various times gems in platinum settings, real or
development of clip and screw fasteners has increased the popularity of Fashion Earring. At various times gems in platinum settings, real or
imitation pearls, and plastic earrings were popular. Pierced earrings returned to favor, with other types, in the 1960s.imitation pearls, and plastic
earrings were popular. Pierced earrings returned to favor, with other types, in the 1960s.