Ear loops were hung around the ears, not through holes in the ears. These are unique to the Joseon Dynasty, reflecting the Confucian that bodies, including hair and skin, were given by parents, and, therefore, were not to be modified by any means.
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Title: Ear Loops with Pendants
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: Korea, 19th century
Location Created: Rep. of Korea
Physical Dimensions: l8~8.5 ㎝
Type: Ornaments
Rights: Sookmyung Women's University Museum
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