An introduction to the concept of “mating jewelry” and chastity rings, contextualized with different cultural views on abstinence and courtship.
With hymen on hand: probing the chastity ring
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Title: With hymen on hand: probing the chastity ring
Author(s): Benjamin Lignel, Suzanne Ramljak
Topic: cultural studies, fashion, politics, sex
Publication Year: 2016
Institution: Art Jewelry Forum
Discipline: cultural studies, politics
Relevant Country(s): United States, Worldwide
Material: diamond, silver