Gold Piercing

A “Gold Piercing” refers to a body piercing where gold jewelry is worn. Body piercing is a form of body modification that involves puncturing or cutting a part of the human body to create an opening for jewelry or an implant1. The jewelry used in body piercing comes in a wide variety of shapes and sizes to best fit the pierced site2. Gold, being a precious metal, is often used in body piercing jewelry for its aesthetic appeal. It’s important to note that the type of piercing (e.g., ear, nose, navel, etc.) can influence the specific design and shape of the gold jewelry used. For example, the Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas wore gold septum rings for adornment, a practice that continues to this day by the Kuna of Panama1.

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