Grillz

By Pereira Jewelry From Royal Tombs to Trap Kings: The Dazzling History of Grillz There’s something hypnotic about a smile that glitters. Not the polite, white-toothed kind — but the one that blinds under the club lights, dripping in gold and diamonds. Grillz aren’t just jewelry. They’re attitude. They’re legacy. And they’ve been shaping human identity for far longer than you think. Ancient Shine: The First Golden Smiles​ Before the word grillz ever existed, ancient civilizations were already blinging their teeth. Archaeologists have found golden dental pieces among the Etruscans of ancient Italy — delicate gold bands and wires wrapping around teeth to show wealth and social power. Across the ocean, the Maya embedded jade, turquoise, and obsidian directly into their teeth as a divine symbol of beauty and strength. Even thousands of years ago, people didn’t just wear jewelry — they became it.   From the Block to the Billboard: How Hip-Hop Made Grillz  Fast forward to 1980s New York. Amidst the birth of hip-hop, street culture became the new aristocracy — and with it, a fresh way to wear gold. Enter Eddie Plein, the jeweler who took gold caps from dental necessity to cultural statement. Working out of his Queens shop, he created custom pieces for hip-hoppioneers like Flavor Flav, Kool G Rap, and Big Daddy Kane. By the early 2000s, grillz had become a full-blown phenomenon — immortalized by Nelly’s hit “Grillz” and the gleaming smiles of artists like Lil Wayne, Paul Wall, and Pharrell. Gold teeth weren’t just accessories anymore; they were identity — a way of saying, “I made it.” Luxury Meets Streetwear: The New Grillz Revolution In today’s era of street-luxury, grillz have evolved again. No longer underground, they’ve stepped onto red carpets and fashion week runways.From A$AP Rocky to Rihanna, from Dolly Cohen’s Paris atelier to custom 3D designs in Los Angeles, grillz now blend high jewelry craftsmanship with urban rebellion. It’s not just about gold anymore — think white gold, rose gold, platinum, diamonds, and colored gemstones set with micro precision.Every piece tells a story: bold, unapologetic, and one hundred percent personal. Why We Shine: The Meaning Behind the Metal To some, grillz are status.To others, they’re culture.To us at Pereira Jewelry, they’re freedom: the power to design your smile, to turn your expression into art, to redefine what “luxury” means in your world. Your grillz don’t hide who you are — they highlight it. Crafted for Legends — Made for You At Pereira Jewelry, each grill is sculpted by hand and fitted with precision.We use premium metals, certified stones, and meticulous design so that your piece feels as good as it looks. Whether you want classic gold or a full iced-out masterpiece, we’ll bring your vision to life — tooth by tooth. Because your story deserves to shine — and we make sure it does. Schedule your appointment for Grillz