HISTORYEvidence suggests that body piercing (including ear piercing) has been practiced by peoples all over the world from ancient times. Mummified bodies with piercings have been discovered, including the oldest mummified body discovered to date, that of Ötzi the Iceman, which was found in an Italian glacier. This mummy had an ear piercing 7–11 mm in diameter.
Nose piercing and ear piercing are also mentioned in the Bible.
Nose piercing and ear piercing are also mentioned in the Bible.