A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.
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Impressive earrings, are they worn on strings ?
No Eva, i think these are real stretched ear lobes!
The Dayaks begin piercing the ears of a child at around 1 to 2 years old, over the years the size and weight of the earrings will increase, thus....distended earlobes
Hi Michael, it's been a long time, welcome to the blog and thanks for posting these great photos!