Whether you love or hate your birthstone(s), you'll probably be surprised to learn that the concept is more than two thousand years old! From the biblical Breastplate of Aaron, to Hindu astrology, and a jeweler's conference in Kansas in 1912, our modern idea of birthstones has some surprising,...

A brief look into the intriguing history of filigree, a technique which was been popular for over 5000 years, and continues to evolve in cultures around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support

We continue our look into the history of body piercing, continuing the saga of strange myths and real customs with lip, nipple, and genital piercings! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support