Ancient Greek elites adorned themselves with meteorite jewelry

In ancient Greece, elites wore jewelry made from meteorite iron, a rare material. This trend, which served as a status symbol, involved rings often combined with gold, silver, or bronze. Many artifacts were found in elite tombs, indicating their significance. The meteorite iron likely originated from Egypt, as Greece lacked abundant meteorites. The fashion for such jewelry faded around 1200 BC, possibly due to supply issues or societal changes.