Ear Ring Collection (page 3)

THE FIRST VOTE, 1867. Freedmen voting in the American South. Color engraving, 1867

PRINCESS di BELGIOIOSO (1808-1871). N

SHEILAH GRAHAM (1904-1988). English columnist and writer in America

WOMENs FASHION, 1832. A woman wearing a red velvet dress and a moire cape with embroidered floral design. French color fashion plate from Petit Courrier des Dames, 1832

CATHERINE OF BRAGANZA (1638-1705). Portuguese queen of Charles II of England. Line engraving after a painting, c1670, by Sir Peter Lely

ALASKA: WOMAN, c1784. A Woman of Prince William Sound. Engraving after drawing by John Webber, c1784

WOMENs FASHION, 1843. Two young society women wearing ball gowns, with Greek hairstyle. French color fashion plate from Petit Courrier des Dames, 1843

COUNTRY STORE, 1872. Interior of a general store in North Carolina during Reconstruction. Wood engraving, American, 1872

MOHAMMED YAKUB KHAN (1849-1923). Amir of Afghanistan, 1879-1880. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1879

ROME: GOLD EARRING. Roman gold ear-drop with turqouise center from the 1st century A. D. Line engraving
ROME: GOLD EARRING. Roman gold ear-drop with turqouise center from the 1st century A.D. Line engraving

ANNE CLIFFORD (1590-1676). Countess of Dorset, Pembroke, and Montgomery. Stipple engraving, 19th century

DUCHESS OF ANGOULÊME (1778-1851). Marie Th

EMMA (1836-1885). Queen of the Hawaiian Islands; consort of King Kamehameha IV. Wood engraving, American, 1873

ALGONQUIAN MAN, 1645. At age 23. Line engraving, 1645, by Wenceslaus Hollar

SOPHIA SCHLIEMANN (1852-1932). N

SARAH BERNHARDT (1844-1923). French actress. Line engraving, English, 1879

ADA REHAN (1857-1916). Original surname Crehan. American (Irish-born) actress. As Katharine in Shakespeares The Taming of the Shrew. Wood engraving, 1889

ELIZABETH OF AUSTRIA (1837-1898). Empress of Austria, 1854-1898. Steel engraving, Austrian, 19th century

ELIZABETH ST. MICHEL PEPYS (1640-1669). Wife of the English diarist, Samuel Pepys. Elizabeth Pepys as St. Catherine, holding a palm frond

MARQUISE DE MAINTENON (1635-1719). Mistress and second wife of King Louis XIV of France. Stipple engraving, 18th century

MARY HERBERT PEMBROKE (1561-1621). N

JULIA DENT GRANT (12826-1902). Wife of Ulysses S. Grant

JOSEPH BRANT (1742-1807). Native American name: Thayendanegea. Mohawk Native American chief. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by George Romney

TAMMANY (fl. 1685). American Lenni-Lenape (Delaware) Native American chief. Steel engraving, 19th century
TAMMANY (fl.1685). American Lenni-Lenape (Delaware) Native American chief. Steel engraving, 19th century

MARIA GAETANA AGNESI (1718-1799). Italian mathematician. Line engraving, American, late 19th century

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Douglas, or Quin-co-ruck-unt, leading chief of the White River Utes. Wood engraving, American, 1879

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Jack, sub-chief of the White River Ute. Wood engraving, American, 1879

ROME: GOLD EARRING. Roman gold earring from the 1st century A. D. Line engraving
ROME: GOLD EARRING. Roman gold earring from the 1st century A.D. Line engraving

UTE CHIEF, 1879. Un-Ca, chief of the White River Utes. Wood engraving, American, 1879

VICTORIA OF ENGLAND. Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. Line engraving after a drawing by R. J. Lane, 1837
VICTORIA OF ENGLAND. Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. Line engraving after a drawing by R.J. Lane, 1837

TROY: SCHLIEMANN. Sophia Schliemann wearing some of the jewelry discovered by her husband in Troy: wood engraving, 1877

NEW ZEALAND: MAORI PRIEST. A Maori priest in his traditional dress. Wood engraving, 19th century

Portrait of a pretty smiling Russian girl, wearing an elaborate part-feather headress over her dark brunette curls, . Date: 1916

Jewel of the night
Front cover showing a ladies earring as the moon crescent. Date: 1930

Victorian woman in studio photo
A Victorian woman in a studio photo, probably around the time of her marriage in 1879. She is Elizabeth Ann Wood of Derby. Date: circa 1879

Alexandra Feodorovna, Empress of Russia
Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova, Empress of Russia (1872-1918). Born Princess Alix of Hesse and of the Rhine, she became the wife of Emperor Nicholas II in 1894. Date: circa 1894-1905

Countess Northumberland
ELIZABETH, COUNTESS OF NORTHUMBERLAND Baroness Percy, Lucy, Poynings, Fitzpain, Bryan and Latimer (wife of Sir Hugh Percy). Date: 1716 - 1776

SOAP ADVERTISEMENT, 1880. American merchants trade card for Scourene soap, c1880

Human ears

NATIVE AMERICANS: SIOUX. Young Man Afraid of His Horse, c1900

KHNOPFF: MEMOIRES, 1889. Memoires. Pastel by Fernand Khnopff, 1889

INCA EARRINGS. Pair of Peruvian ear ornaments of gold with semi-precious stones. Mochica IV style, 200-500 A. D
INCA EARRINGS. Pair of Peruvian ear ornaments of gold with semi-precious stones. Mochica IV style, 200-500 A.D

Renoir: Mlle Sicot, 1865

SUMERIAN JEWELRY. Gold earrings from a royal tomb at Ur. c2500 B. C
SUMERIAN JEWELRY. Gold earrings from a royal tomb at Ur. c2500 B.C

ELEANOR STEBER (1916-1990). American operatic soprano. Photographed, c1944

SIOUX NATIVE AMERICAN, c1900. Amos Little, an Oglala Sioux man. Photographed by Gertrude Kasebier, c1900
SIOUX NATIVE AMERICAN, c1900. Amos Little, an Oglala Sioux man. Photographed by Gertrude Käsebier, c1900

SIOUX NATIVE AMERICAN, c1900. Charging Thunder, a Sioux Native American from Buffalo Bills Wild West Show. Photographed by Gertrude Käsebier, c1900

BESSIE SMITH (1894-1937). American singer and songwriter. Photograph, by Carl Van Vechten, 1936

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From royalty to Hollywood glamour, the ear ring has adorned the most iconic women throughout history. HRH Queen Elizabeth II, with her timeless elegance, pairs a delicate pearl drop earring with her regal attire. Clara Schumann, the talented German pianist and composer of the 19th century, exudes grace as she showcases her musical genius while wearing a simple yet elegant pair of earrings. Billie Holiday captivates audiences not only with her soulful voice but also with her unique sense of style, often seen donning statement earrings that perfectly complemented her glamorous persona. Marilyn Monroe's enchanting beauty is enhanced by sparkling diamond studs that add an extra touch of allure to her captivating smile. Diana, Princess of Wales effortlessly combines sophistication and charm in every ensemble she wears; whether it be attending royal engagements or relaxing on holiday in Cornwall - always completing her look with exquisite earrings. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves immersed in the vibrant culture of Morocco where harem-inspired earrings are worn by exotic beauties who embrace their rich heritage. In Cambodia's ancient temples of Angkor Wat, traditional apsara dancers mesmerize spectators as they gracefully move to rhythmic beats while showcasing ornate earrings that reflect their cultural traditions. Anita Ekberg epitomizes old Hollywood glamour as she poses for a publicity still from Artists and Models (1955), capturing hearts with both her beauty and choice of accessories. The 1940s hairstyle trend was incomplete without dazzling chandelier earrings that added a touch of drama to any outfit. Lastly, we pay homage to Jean Harlow - an American cinema actress whose platinum blonde locks were beautifully accentuated by stunning Art Deco-inspired ear rings that became synonymous with her iconic image. As we celebrate these remarkable women and their diverse styles throughout history, let us remember how something as small as an they are make a big impact on fashion and self-expression.