Vintage Simply Whispers Small Enamel Hoop Earring in Deep Purple

Vintage: Chanel-esque small gold-toned hoops in deep purple enamel. 

Throughout history, a fashion statement since 2500 B.C.E.  It’s been cited that hoop earrings began with the Sumerians, but throughout history have been worn by the ancient Egyptians, Nubians, and Romans. Earrings were believed to enhance a person's beauty. Royal Egyptians wore heavy and thick gold hoops to symbolize their wealth and power.  

• Post earring back
• Comes with hypoallergenic butterfly earring backs 
• Lightweight
• Gold-tone
• Enamel
• 1"
• c. 1980s - 1990s