For millennia, men and women have covered themselves in the symbols of insects and animals. Originally in animistic religions, the skins, bones and teeth of animals killed were not prized merely as trophies. They were believed to have talismanic powers. It is believed by many that even insects have mythological qualities which can be transferred to those who wear their symbol. Ladybugs are well known as a symbol of good luck. Bees are seen as symbolic of a thriving community or club. Butterflies are of course the ultimate symbol of rebirth. In the Egyptian culture, images of scarab beetles have been worn as powerful religious symbols for literally thousands of years. Dragonflies are considered lucky for some, and a symbol of dream-time for others. Grasshoppers represent nobility and prosperity. A praying mantis is seen as a sign of spiritual or physical stillness. And even spiders have their good points: in insect symbolism, they are considered signs of fruitful endeavors and quick fame and fortune. Insect jewelry makes a lovely and elegant way to wrap yourself in good fortune. Brooches have come back in style with a vengeance and are a wonderful way to display a cheerful dragonfly, butterfly, or little ladybug on one's shoulder. Hats have made a similar comeback, meaning that you could pin a bee to your bonnet. In sparkling gold, silver, platinum, or in precious and semi-precious stones, insect jewelry will never cause you to say, "Shoo Fly!" | 
