![]() Gold, silver and bronze hoop earrings were prevalent in the Minoan Civilization (2000–1600 BCE) and examples can be seen on frescoes on the Aegean island of Santorini, Greece. Gold earrings, along with other jewelry made of gold, lapis lazuli, and carnelian were found in the ancient sites in Lothal, India, and Sumerian Royal Cemetery at Ur from the Early Dynastic period. Įar piercing is one of the oldest known forms of body modification, with artistic and written references from cultures around the world dating back to early history. However, heavy earrings worn over extended periods of time may lead to stretching of the earlobe and the piercing.Ī fresco depicting an elegantly dressed woman with hoop earrings from Akrotiri, Thera ( Cyclades) Greece, c. The size is ultimately limited by the physical capacity of the earlobe to hold the earring without tearing. Designs range from small hoops and studs to large plates and dangling items. Įarring components may be made of any number of materials, including metal, plastic, glass, precious stone, beads, wood, bone, and other materials. Cartilage piercings are more complex to perform than earlobe piercings and take longer to heal. The simple term "ear piercing" usually refers to an earlobe piercing, whereas piercings in the upper part of the external ear are often referred to as " cartilage piercings". Locations for piercings other than the earlobe include the rook, tragus, and across the helix (see image at right). Earrings have been worn by people in different civilizations and historic periods, often with cultural significance. Please read our full shipping & return policy here.Types of earring: 1) helix/cartilage 2) industrial 3) rook 4) daith 5) tragus 6) snug 7) conch 8) anti-tragus 9) lobeĬaptive bead ring, barbell, circular barbell, flesh plugĪn earring is a piece of jewelry attached to the ear via a piercing in the earlobe or another external part of the ear (except in the case of clip earrings, which clip onto the lobe). SARAH & SEBASTIAN does not accept returns in-store for earrings, however can be returned to online. ![]() Products purchased from SARAH & SEBASTIAN’s online or retail stores may be returned for a credit if returned unworn, in saleable condition within 14 days of dispatch date. SARAH & SEBASTIAN credits are valid for use in our retail stores and online at for a period of three years. READY TO SHIP - Due to the fast nature and turnaround time of our ready to ship service, orders cannot be cancelled or changed.īESPOKE - All bespoke orders including but not limited to the Multi Petite Letter Necklace, Birthstone Necklace & Bracelet, Engraved pieces and Engagement Rings cannot be cancelled or changed due to the extensive production process. MADE TO ORDER - If you have changed your mind or made an error and would like to cancel your order, you may cancel up to 60 minutes after an order has been placed. Once your order is ready, we ship all parcels with an express shipping method. Due to the high value of our pieces, our parcels require a signature on delivery. ![]() Production times are specified at time of purchase and starts the first business day after the purchase. Online orders are processed Monday through Friday AEST, excluding weekends and public holidays. ![]()
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