Dragonfly Jewelry
Dragonfly Jewelry
The dragonfly is a lovely and amazing insect and it has been celebrated in folklore, art – and dragonfly jewelry.
Dragonflies were some of the first winged insects to evolve, some 300 million years ago. They were here before the dinosaurs!
In the Paleozoic Era where they originated, they had wingspans of up to two feet! Some scientists think that
was because the high oxygen levels of the time that allowed dragonflies to grow to monstrous size.
Modern dragonflies have wingspans of only two to five inches.
Dragonfly jewelry is amazingly beautiful because the shape of the dragonfly is so lovely, and the colors are gorgeous. There is a long history and lore involving dragonflies. This symbolism makes any dragonfly jewelry gift more meaningful.
There are so many different kinds of dragonfly jewelry, and so much of it is inexpensive as well!
Dragonfly Jewelry – Symbolic And Beautiful
Dragonflies are mystical beings and their beautiful forms make lovely jewelry.
Dragonflies are associated with the wind – and like the wind they can adapt to change. Dragonflies are associated with evolution, perspective and maturity.
Beside they can dance across the water, dragonflies are symbolizes for water and emotion as well. Dragonflies are associated with the deeper levels of humankind – the dreamland.
Emerald Dragonfly Jewelry
Green is one of the most beautiful colors on the dragonfly wings. Green just symbolizes nature and life. Dragonfly jewelry made of emerald, May birthstone is some of the most lovely.
The jewelry found below is mostly not pure emerald. Instead, crystal, resin or other green stones is used to create beautiful jewelry in price ranging from 10 dollars to more expensive, heirloom quality.
AKOAK Fashion Creative Bohemian Jewelry Ethnic Multi-layer Chain Colorful Enamel Dragonfly Pendant Necklace（Green）
SloveM Crystal Rhinestone Dragonfly Brooch – Enamel Pin Jewelry Birthday Gifts for Women MenSzxc Jewelry Women Lovely Dragonfly Natural Abalone Shell Dangle Earrings (Green)Emerald Green Dragonfly Earrings for Women Girls Sterling Silver Wires
Native Americans and the sacred Dragonfly
Native Americans revered the dragonfly. Hopi and Pueblo Indians believed that the insect was a medicine totems and the dragonfly spirit would be called upon in healing ceremonies. Killing a dragonfly was forbidden by the Pueblo tribe. Navajo tribes focused on the element of water with the dragonfly. Plains Indians saw the insects as protection totems – and called upon them when they wanted strength.
Dragonfly Jewelry Boxes
Dragonfly jewelry boxes are very special to dragonfly jewelry, or anything else in your collection.
To me, this boxes have a rather mystical style.
Dragonfly Glass Jewelry Box 4 SquareDragonfly Flitting Lily Over The Pond Round Jewelry Box Trinket Keepsake Figure
Dragonflies show Us that Life is Fleeting – but Beautiful and Meaningful
Dragonfly Mythology around the World
Dragonflies are found world-wide and the myths around them abound. Romanians believed that they are horses that were possessed by the devil. There was much European prejudice against dragonflies – sometimes they were called the witches’ animals. They were mistakenly believed to hurt horses. Sometimes it was observed that horses would be stamping and kicking off insects. A common nickname was “Horse Stinger.” If dragonflies were there they would be blamed, although actually dragonflies eat some of the parasitic insects that were doing the actual ‘horse stinging’.
Dragonflies were highly revered in Asia. In Japan, the dragonfly was a symbol of summer and fall. Like with the Plains Indians, the Samurai used it as a symbol of power, agility and victory. The Chinese see the dragonfly as a good luck charm: associating it with harmony and prosperity.
Celtic Dragonfly Jewelry
Dragonflies were associated with fairies in Celtic mythology. They are naturals – they can fly so well that they are believed to be able to fly between dimensions!
In some myths the dragonfly was the steed of the fairy.
Celtic knots and dragonflies blend together to make beautiful jewelry.
Things2die4 Metal Womens Pendant Necklaces Celtic Wisdom Dragonfly Pewter Pendant 16 In. Cord Necklace Pewter ModelSterling Silver Celtic Triskele Dragonfly Pendant by Artist Cari Buziak
Dragonflies are Cooler than Butterflies
Everyone loves butterflies with their beauty and their resurrection symbolism. Yadayadayada.
But for me – the dragonfly is just more mysterious and the jewelry is more striking and fun.
Nicknames for Dragonflies – Steeped in Mythology
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I visited my friend Dianne recently, and was fascinated by her large collection of dragonfly jewelry. She is originally from New Orleans, and she called them “mosquito hawks.”
That made me think about other dragonfly nicknames. One of the most common is “snake doctor.” This term stems from the Southern US belief that dragonflies follow snakes, and stitch them together if they are hurt.
Other common nicknames for dragonflies are “devil’s darning needle,” “skeeter hawk,” “snake eyes” and “ear sewer”. I am sure each of those names has some folklore behind it.
Dragonfly Charms
Charm bracelets are just so much fun!
Why not add the mystery of dragonflies to yours?
Beautiful Lovely Dragonfly Photo Emerald Green Crystal May Birthstone Flower Bead Charm BraceletsBeautiful Lovely Dragonfly Emerald Green Crystal May Birthstone I Love You Heart Care Bear CharmDelight Jewelry Silvertone Dragonfly with Green & Blue Wings – Celtic Knot Charm BeadBeautiful Lovely Dragonfly Photo Emerald Green Crystal May Birthstone Flower Bead Charm BraceletsDelight Jewelry Silvertone Small Dragonfly with Crystal – Celtic Knot Charm Bead
Dragonflies are the Best Fliers in the World!
Dragonflies can fly upside down -backwards , all kinds of special ways.
Dragonflies can fly six different directions!
Possibly all of the years of evolution led to their amazing abilities to fly!
No insect or even flying machine can fly as proficiently as dragonflies!
They are the world’s best fliers!
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Dragonfly Bracelets
Bracelets are fun to give because you never have to worry about size , but they are special too.
Some of these bracelets are very inexpensive – 20 dollars or less.
But there are some other bracelets that are made beautiful with actual gems. A bit more expensive – but worth it!
PANGRUI Exquisite Antique Silver Nature Abalone Paua Shell Dragonfly Bangle Bracelet Easy OpenGiftcraft Thoughts to Share Expandable BraceletRoss-Simons Lapis and 2-Tone Sterling Silver Dragonfly Cuff Bracelet. 7 inchesPammyJ Dragonfly Bracelet Jewelry Charm Stretch BraceletPammyJ Abalone Dragonfly Silvertone Beaded Stretch BraceletDragonfly Cuff Bracelet – Amethyst and Garnet
Colorful Dragonfly Jewelry
The amazing piece of dragonfly jewelry featured here was created by the French jeweler René Lalique who was a major contributor to the Art Nouveau movement. He created many pieces that combined women, often with diaphanous drapery or flowing hair with some of nature’s most bizarre creations like snakes and insects. Hence this lovely piece of dragonfly jewelry.
The brilliant purple, green and blue colors of dragonflies, are ornamental and special! And the symbolism has been around about as long as the dragonfly itself.
There are many examples of dragonflies been used in jewelry and art, like with butterflies.
Retro Art Nouveau Victorian Dragonfly Simulated – Pearl Wing French Lapel Brooch Pin Badge
In Gold-Tone or Silver-Tone
A brooch offers a stylish option to a ring or necklace as jewelry.
And they are currently less than ten dollars!
Gold-tone Q&Q Fashion Retro Art Nouveau Victorian Dragonfly Simulated – Pearl Wing French Lapel Brooch Pin Badge
Silver-Tone Q&Q Fashion Retro Art Nouveau Victorian Dragonfly Simulated – Pearl Wing French Lapel Brooch Pin Badge
Dragonflies Can Also Be Called Mosquitos Hawks
In the South of the USA dragonflies have mosquito hawks.
Dragonfly Jewelry is Naturally Beautiful
Based on One of the Magnificent Creatures in Nature
If you think the only pretty insects are butterflies – you have not met dragonflies.
From their massively strong jaws, to their amazing flying capabilities dragonflies are an amazing feat of nature.
So it is natural to use the dragonfly image in art – even if it is the art you wear with dragonfly jewelry.
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Gorgeous!!! I’ve been using dragonfly images in my Nature themed journal paperback designs, and this page gives me so much inspiration – thank you for featuring so many gorgeous designs
The dragonfly jewelry is stunning. Reminds me of my mom she had a dragonfly pin that she always wore.