Hand-crafted by myself.
The abdomen is a blue glass bead, the rest of the body is silver wire and solder. (Approx. 9cm long and 6cm high (3½" x 2½")
This Keepsakes range consists of insects (for the insect-lover!) to display as ornaments but some of them can also be fashioned into brooches. Hand-crafted with silver, copper, pewter, glass jewels and silver wire, each Goggo/insect can take 3 or more hours to make. Only materials of the highest quality is used and great attention is given to detail and these little animals are unique, one-of-a-kind designs not to be repeated.
Although the items should be treated with care, each item is strong and sturdy. Taking care and cleaning of your unique insect is as easy as scrubbing gently with a toothbrush and Sunlight Liquid and giving it a good rinse with cold water, drying gently with a soft cloth. A natural patina develops over time, adding charm to the item. Each insect comes with its own descriptive card.
Large Green Praying Mantis
Sphodromantis gastrica
It catches its prey with its distinctive front legs, which it usually holds up as if in prayer. Its diet of troublesome insects makes it a favorite with gardeners and farmers. It is said that the female devours the male after mating. Often well-camouflaged on twigs.
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