Real Scarab Beetle Vintage Pin neutral The exterior features a subtle

The exterior features a subtle

and energetically stippled all over spots

I really can’t think of a better pot in which to plant a big

it will stand up in its own

This hand-painted Chinese jewelry box just makes me happy

Real Scarab Beetle Vintage Pin neutral The exterior features a subtleI find it quite amazing that this is actually a real, preserved beetle, but indeed it is! I found it stuck into a charming 19th century embroidered pin cushion that I purchased a few months ago at an antique shop, pins and all, and set it aside; only now have I done the research to learn that these are quite a thing. Scarab jewelry became very popular during the Egyptian revival in the 19th century, including pieces made with real scarabs, but I am