Ancient Egyptians created dazzling earrings

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Tue, 18 Oct 2022 - 11:10 GMT

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Ancient Egyptian Duck-Headed Earrings - Photo via Min. of Tourism & Antiquities

Ancient Egyptian Duck-Headed Earrings - Photo via Min. of Tourism & Antiquities

CAIRO – 18 October 2022: Perhaps surprisingly, many kings of ancient Egypt wore earrings, including king Tutankhamun.

 

 

 

photo via Min. of Tourism & Antiquities
Ancient Egyptian Duck-Headed Earrings - Photo via Min. of Tourism & Antiquities 

 

 

 

This delightful pair takes the shape of a blue-headed duck with outstretched wings. 

 

 

 

 

The paws are holding “shen” rings, signs of protection in ancient Egypt.

 

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