Pierce Your Ears Day
About Pierce Your Ears Day
When is Pierce Your Ears Day? This holiday is always observed on September 2.
Pierce Your Ears Day is today. It is a fun day for all of us. That’s right, nowadays it is fashionable for both gals and guys to get their ears pierced. So, there’s no excuses. Everyone can participate. People of all ages can do it, too. On this September 2 holiday, you can start on the road to a new and more attractive you. C’mon, be brave and go get your ears pierced. It only hurts a little. And, then you can start your collection of earrings. You can make earrings and other bling from a wide variety of materials, including diamonds, precious gems, bones, feathers, and glass beads to name a few.
For thousands of years, humans have worn earrings for a variety of reasons. Archeologists discovered a very old mummy wearing them. It dates to 3,000 B.C.! Historically, both men and women have worn them. Wearing earrings is always fashionable for women. Although, for men, wearing them goes in and out of style. However, during different eras, men have worn them for thousands of years. From the early to mid-1900s, they were out of style for men. For a time, people considered them unmanly. But, sailors wear them and there is nothing unmanly about sailors. Currently, they are in fashion for men. So guys, get in the act and get your ears pierced today!
If you already have an earring or two adorning each ear, that’s okay. Add another piercing to each ear. Of course, we won’t object if you do other body piercings today, too. Most importantly, for those of you who have not yet done so… What are you waiting for!?
Why Have Your Ears Pierced?
There are a lot of reasons to put holes in your ears. (And, other parts of your body for that matter.) Here are a few of them:
- It’s a fashion statement. For thousands of years, women have hung jewelry on their ears simply because it is the stylish or “In” thing to do.
- Wear them as a form of expression.
- They are a tradition in many cultures around the world.
- Hang a couple of big diamonds on your ears and you quickly realize it is a statement of wealth and prosperity.
- Peer pressure. Most often teens will readily succumb to peer pressure. And this is especially true for a dare.
- Earrings and other jewelry make you more attractive. This is true for gals and guys.
Pierce Your Ears Day Trivia and Fun Facts
Here are some is some interesting ear-piercing trivia and fun facts to enjoy as you wait in line to pierce your ears:
- Ancient Egyptians and Romans wore gold earrings as a symbol of wealth.
- Archeologists found the Otzi Iceman mummy wearing earrings. Dating back to 3,000 B.C., it is the oldest recording of humans wearing them.
- King Tut’s mummy had earrings (1,300 B.C.
- Native Americans wear earrings made of bone, beads, or feathers.
- Sailors wear them for good luck, and as a sign of their seafaring travels.
- Many cultures wear them as a tradition, or as a symbol of their culture or tribe.
- Kenyan Samburu warriors pierce their ears with large ivory plugs. It is a symbol of toughness and bravery.
- European Nobleman wore them during Medieval times.
- Some people still wear clip-on earrings. But, there are a number of disadvantages. Most notably, they easily fall off and become lost.
- The largest pair of earrings measured 78.74 inches.
- The Apollo Blue and Artemis Pink earrings are the most expensive. Sothby’s in Geneva Switzerland auctioned them. The lucky high bidder paid $57.4 Million (USD).
- Carol McFadden from the United States has the largest collection. She has 37,706 different pairs of earrings.
- You can pierce the ears of babies as young as two months old.
How to Celebrate Pierce Your Ears Day
Here are just some ways you can celebrate and participate in Pierce Your Ears Day on this September 2 holiday:
- Don’t be scared. Get your ears pierced for the first time.
- If you already have them, do a second or third one on each ear.
- But, don’t stop with your ears. Expand your piercings to other parts of your body.
- Buy new earrings.
- Have an ear-piercing party. Bring in a professional. Then, encourage guests to get a piercing.
- Make your own earrings. They are a popular arts and crafts project and are easy to make. They make great gifts, too.
- Share images of you having your ears pierced on social media. And, add a picture of your favorite pair of earrings.
- Learn more about the history of earrings.
Today's Quote
“For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul.” – – Judy Garland
History and Origin of Pierce Your Ears Day
Pierce Your Ears Day is a relatively new holiday. It appears to have started in the 2020s. Only a few websites have picked it up and included it in their daily calendar of holidays.
We did not find the creator of this holiday or why they created it. Nor do we know why this date was selected.
This Day in History
Here are some things that happened on this day:
- Richard the Lion-Hearted is crowned King of England at Westminster. (1189)
The image of “Uncle Sam“, a symbol of America, is first used. (1813)
Terry Bradshaw, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback, sportscaster was born on this day in 1948.
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