Dragonfly

Jewellery items could have varied connotations for different people. While for some, these trinkets are just used for decorative purposes, for others, jewellery is judiciously chosen and designed with the intent of bringing luck or satisfying certain intrinsic tastes. This human tendency accounts for the multifarious types of embellishments seen in precious and non-precious ornaments.

The humble dragonfly is one such accessory that is mounted on many items of jewellery. A dragonfly is an immediately recognizable insect with a long and slender body having large beady eyes. Unique feature of the dragonfly are the wings, wide and transparent. This insect has been included in the folklore of many cultures, from being regarded as evil in medieval Europe to being considered a representation of efficiency by the Native Americans.

In jewellery, intricate carvings of dragonflies are firmly welded onto gold and silver ornaments. Some trinkets that bear dragonflies include rings, bangles, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and earrings, among others. With attention to detail, the dragonfly trimmings are truly a sight for sore eyes. Dragonflies have the potential to render any jewellery item with a touch of the exotic. These jewellery pieces can be worn for both formal and informal occasions.