Quite often you can meet a man with a pierced earlobe. If even a dozen years ago such a decision was perceived as something extraordinary, now it is in the order of things. But the truth is that men have been wearing jewelry since ancient times. For example, in Ancient Egypt, an earring in a man’s ear symbolized his high position in society. By the way, it is worth noting that this type of jewelry was initially intended exclusively for men, and women began to wear earrings much later.

Earrings in ancient times

In Ancient Russia, such jewelry was a symbol of prosperity and well-being. Rich people in those days chose jewelry made of gold and silver. Ordinary people who did not have money to buy precious metals were satisfied with earrings made of wood or copper.

Pirates also liked the earrings. Such an ornament was a symbolic confirmation that he had taken possession of the ship. Gypsies had a slightly different tradition: they put an earring on boys born after the death of previous sons. Sailors also wore an earring in their ear after crossing the center of the Earth.

The ornament in the Cossack’s left lobe indicated that the warrior was the only son. If both lobes were pierced, it indicated that the man was the sole breadwinner in the family. That is why the chieftains tried not to let such people into too bloody battles.

Representatives of the strong half of humanity in Eastern countries also loved such decorations. They were a symbol of a man’s high position in society. Earrings became an indispensable accessory for men during the heyday of the hippie culture. The decoration symbolized a creative personality.

Men’s earrings and modernity

In the modern world, a man’s earring is no less relevant and eloquent than in ancient times. For example, an ornament in the right ear indicates that the man is gay. Hippies wear earrings in both earlobes to show their unconventional views on life.

A man’s earring is part of a stylish image. Now you won’t be surprised by the fact that a successful businessman or a movie star is the owner of such an ornament. The following earrings are the most popular among men:

• Congo — laconic round jewelry made of precious metals and decorated with colorless stones;
• earrings in the form of emoticons or comic / cartoon characters;
• carnations — decorations of laconic design with minimal decor.