This article is about cosmetic piercings. For larger jewelry and accessories, see Major Adornments.
Minor Adornments are small cosmetic collectibles that are worn on a character's face or head. Common minor adornments include piercings and Argonian modifiers that don't quite count as facial hair, such as frills.
Default OptionsEdit
The following adornments are available when creating a character for the first time: you choose one adornment, and that is what your character looks like when you have no minor adornment collectible applied.
These options are also available in the Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 
.
Blue Chin StudsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Argonian.
Crescent EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Argonian.
Double Disc EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Doubling Diamond EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Ear-RunesEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Ear Lobe StingerEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Floral DropletEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Head and Cheekbone StudsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by male Khajiit.
Imperial Twist EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Kris EarringEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Left Double Brow StudsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by Khajiit.
Left Nostril RingsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by Argonians.
No Minor AdornmentEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by characters of all races.
Nose PincersEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by male characters of all races except Argonian.
Nose Ring and Earlobe StudsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by male characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Nose Ring and Head StudEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by Khajiit.
Nostril Ring and Chin StudEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by female Khajiit.
Pearl Drop EarringEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Quarter-Moon EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by male characters of all races except Argonian.
Quicksilver TeardropEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Scarab EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Single CrescentEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by male Khajiit.
Six Brow RingsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by Argonians.
Three-Hoop EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by female Khajiit.
Topaz Nose & Ear RingsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Triple Diamond EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Triune LoopsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Two-Loop EarringsEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable only by male Khajiit.
Wing-LobesEdit
- One of the standard adornments available at every Tamrielic salon.
Part of Cosmetic Pack: Adornments which is sold in the Crown Store for 1000 . Usable by female characters of all races except Khajiit and Argonian.
Crown StoreEdit
Dangling Triple-Chain EarringsEdit
- Wrought from fine precious metal by master jewelers, these exquisite earrings add a flash of shining beauty to anyone's ears.
Available from the Barbaric Beauty Pack for 1,000 . Usable only by men and mer.
Fierce Pierce Facial RingsEdit
- Every barbarian warrior needs rings for the nose, brow, and ears—Fierce Piercings indeed! But keep the rings small so it doesn't give an adversary something to yank upon.
Available from the Barbarian Warrior Cosmetic Pack for 1,000 . Usable only by men and mer.
Sabre Cat Brow SpikeEdit
- Though Sabre Cats aren't native to Black Marsh, Argonians have long admired their fangs. They import them to use as adornments.
Available from the Crown store for 200 , this adornment is only able to be used by Argonian characters.
Sabre Cat Ear-FangEdit
- The sabre-teeth of northern Tamriel's great hunting cats make truly imposing earrings!
Available from the Crown Store for 200 . This adornment cannot be used by Argonian characters.
Crown Crate RewardsEdit
Amberleaf EarringEdit
- "Upon the felling of the maples, Y'ffre wept. Her amber tears glistened before dropping onto the leaves, encasing them in lamentation-given-form. Picking one up, she said, 'Wear these in memory of this day.' And they did."—Grove-Death of the Maples
The Amberleaf Earring is available as a Superior-level reward in Stonelore Crown Crates.
Ancient Dragon Hunter PiercingEdit
- In a solemn ritual, the Huntmaster pierces the Dragon Hunter with further Dragon bones, recognizing that the recipient has achieved a new level of skill in killing Dragons.
The Ancient Dragon Hunter Piercing is available as an Epic-level reward in New Moon Crown Crates.
Baandari Cheek ChainEdit
- Featuring a moon motif, this cheek chain is a popular ornament among the Baandari Pedlars and those who adopt their vivid style.
The Baandari Cheek Chain is available as an Epic-level reward in Baandari Pedlar Crates. It sits on your character's left cheek.
Baandari Luck VeilEdit
- Dancers among the Baandari Pedlars wear this tassel-laden veil that chimes and jingles with every move. Now it can be yours for a song ... or a dance!
The Baandari Luck Veil is available as an Epic-level reward in Baandari Pedlar Crates.
Balfieran Nose StudsEdit
- During the year after Ryain Direnni's purchase of Balfiera, those attending celebratory gatherings wore these nose studs. Decades later, to claim they attended these parties, various mer commissioned tweaks to unadorned portraits to add the decoration.
The Balfieran Nose Studs are available as an Epic-level reward from Ragebound Crown Crates.
Belly Dancer VeilEdit
- This pearl-encrusted, beaded veil masks the features of those ritual belly dancers who perform in Hammerfell and Tamriel's south.
The Belly Dancer Veil is available as an Epic-level reward from Storm Atronach Crown Crates.
Bright Lady's BaublesEdit
- Inspired by a famous statue of Meridia, these earrings feature fine details that can please any devotee of the Lady of Infinite Energies. May her light shine on all your endeavors.
The Bright Lady's Baubles are available as an Epic-level reward in Unfeathered Crown Crates.
"Chained Wrath" PiercingsEdit
- This intimidating facial jewelry, a favorite with adherents of the Daedric Prince Boethiah, conveys the idea that its wearer seethes with barely contained fury that might erupt at any provocation.
The "Chained Wrath" Piercings are available as a Superior-level reward from Dragonscale Crown Crates.
Coral Snake Nose RingEdit
- When you want your left nostril to say, "I am elegant but dangerous," this is the accessory you're looking for!
The Coral Snake Nose Ring is available as a Superior-level reward from Dragonscale Crown Crates.
Dragondancer's Cheek CordEdit
- "Those of us who relish the thought of having warm Dragon blood wash over us as we perform our killing dance? We are called Dragondancers. And we have earned this trinket on our face by shedding that blood."—Klatinja, Dragondancer
The Dragondancer's Cheek Cord is available as an Epic-level reward in New Moon Crown Crates.
Dwarven Sprocket EarringsEdit
- On Vvardenfell, home to so many Dwarven ruins, treasure hunters scavenge the ancient sites for whatever they find that might be useful. Some Dark Elves in Balmora have built a cottage industry out of making jewelry from the parts of old Dwemer mechanisms.
The Dwarven Sprocket Earrings are available as a Superior-level reward from Dragonscale Crown Crates.
Greymoor Ruby EarringsEdit
- These earrings feature gemstones bathed in the ichor of heretic vampires, set into an insignia cast from the silver instruments used in their executions. Only members of the Gray Host's upper echelon wear them.
The Greymoor Ruby Earrings are available as an Epic-level reward in Sovngarde Crates.
Heart's Rend EarringsEdit
- Show everyone how you deal with affairs of the heart. Pierce with a dagger and dangle from a chain.
The Heart's Rend Earrings are available as an Epic-level reward in the Dark Brotherhood Crates.
Legendary Dragon PiercingEdit
- The jagged piercings of a legendary Dragon Hunter memorialize not only your past triumphs, but all the bloody victories yet to come. Dragons beware!
The Legendary Dragon Piercing is available as a Superior-level reward in Frost Atronach Crown Crates.
Magicka Ear ClaspsEdit
- The design of these gilded Ear Clasps was inspired by the diagrams of Magicka flow in the Psijic Order's "Book of the Eleven Forces."
The Magicka Ear Clasps are available as a Superior-level reward from Psijic Vault Crown Crates.
Magicka Nasal RodsEdit
- These facial adornments are not only fancy accessories for mortals of all persuasions, they also illustrate the Psijic Order's understanding of the arcane concept known as "transpontine circumpenetration of the limen."
The Magicka Nasal Rods are available as a Superior-level reward from Psijic Vault Crown Crates.
Red Diamond EarringsEdit
- "Of course it's not the real thing—but it's a very good replica. Master jewelers studied illustrations of the Amulet of Kings to get the shape just right. What I wouldn't give to be able to see the original in person!"—Diocletia of Skingrad
The Red Diamond Earrings are available as an Epic-level reward from the Diamond Anniversary Crate.
Sacred Antler EarringEdit
- The Sacred Antler Earring is a subtle but elegant tribute to the Great Stag aspect of Lord Hircine, though it's also worn by nature worshipers of other faiths.
The Sacred Antler Earring is available as a Superior-level reward in Hollowjack Crown Crates.
Solstheim EarringsEdit
- Skaal tales suggest the symbols on these earrings were already on trees and rocks discovered when the first Nords came to Solstheim. The All-Maker moves in mysterious, and sometimes fashionable, ways.
The Solstheim Earrings are available as an Epic-level reward in the All-Maker Crates.
Splendid Seabird EarringEdit
- Abecean pirates string together beads, shells, and colorful feathers to create earrings. The bead's color is specific to each crew. The crew members of the Storm Snapper use blue beads and string the tail feathers of the Chain Skua into their jewelry.
The Splendid Seabird Earring is available as an Epic-level reward in Sunken Trove Crown Crates.
MiscellaneousEdit
Adventure-Ending ArrowEdit
- Why am I not out adventuring? Just look down. There's an arrow, right there in my knee. The healer says I need to leave it be. But my adventuring days are behind me. Does that answer your question?
The Adventure-Ending Arrow is a minor adornment worn on the knee. It is available as a Milestone Reward unlock by completing 2 Activities as part of the inaugural Golden Pursuits Welcome to Golden Pursuits! campaign that runs from November 18 to November 25, 2024.
Chaurus Egg Ear StudsEdit
- When a chaurus is sighted, Blackreach hunters rally to deal with the potential threat. The first to confirm a kill wins the right to wear these ear studs. But are they actual miniature eggs or simply skillful replicas?
The Chaurus Egg Ear Studs were available as a Daily Reward in September 2023. It was acquired by logging in for 21 days.
Effigy Earrings of Saint VorysEdit
- Forcefully express your will—by wearing golden earrings that honor both Saint Vorys the Immolant and, by extension, your ancestors. The design features the emblem of House Telvanni's patron saint.
The Effigy Earrings of Saint Vorys are a minor adornment obtainable for free in the Crown Store as a gift to players from December 21, 2023 to January 4, 2024..
Moon-and-Star EarringsEdit
- With a design that harkens back to Nerevar's Moon and Star ring, these earrings are worn by the leaders of Ashlander tribes. They believe the iconic symbol wards off the words of false incarnates and keeps them from successfully corrupting the tribe.
The Moon-and-Star Earrings were distributed as a Twitch drop during the Necrom Chapter Preview Livestream on April 12, 2023.
UnreleasedEdit
Dead-Water Jaw-Fin FringeEdit
- It's said that a warrior of the Dead-Water Tribe saw the impressive sideburns on a Breton general and decided it was a look that could be improved upon with Jaw-Fins. Wise decision.
An upcoming adornment.
Elder Dragon Hunter PiercingEdit
- Crafted from Dragon bone, this piercing indicates that the Dragon Hunter wearing it has slain at least one Dragon.
The Elder Dragon Hunter Piercing is an upcoming adornment.
Lucent EarringsEdit
- "Mother found some gorgeous topaz earrings in her jewelry box last night. The note she wrote to accompany them said 'Gift from Fargrave.' Fargrave? And gift from whom? That said, they looked stunning with her new gown."—Journal of Frugo Donze, Clothier
The Lucent Earrings are an upcoming adornment.
Soul Harvester EarringsEdit
- Much like successful merchants who save the first coin they earned, those who master the use of soul gems creatively showcase their practice morpholiths. Eldil Helothren first made wearing them as earrings fashionable among Necrom mages.
The Soul Harvester Earrings are an upcoming adornment.