Gold hoop earrings “Laurena”

Description

Small pair of hoop earrings dating from the 70s in 18 carat gold. Tubular in shape, these fine huggie hoop earrings are secured by a snap clasp for the easiest on and off. The must-have and timeless pair of earrings, a classic to have in your jewelry collection, to wear as a hoop earrings or as a piercing thanks to its small size.
Weight: 0.36g
This piece had a previous life in France.

The story: hoop earrings take their name from the fact that during the time of slavery, they were the only piece of jewelry that slaves in the West Indies were allowed to wear. They became a strong symbol of identity for the black community. This symbolism continued in the United States in the 70s with the Black Panthers who made it their accessory of choice, but also singers such as Dona Summers or Gloria Gaynor. Finally, in the pop culture of the early 2000s, singers such as Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez made it their jewelry of choice, resolutely anchoring this jewel in the repertoire of classics.