EARRINGS

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Some Pirates Wore Earrings Because Of Superstitious Beliefs

Some pirates were convinced that wearing an earring would improve or even cure bad eyesight since they believed that the precious metals in an earring possessed magical healing powers.  Some pirates believed that pierced ears would prevent seasickness. Other pirates believed that a gold earring served as a protective talisman and that a man wearing an earring wouldn't drown.