The luck of the LadyBug LadyBird

Ladybug, Ladybird, Ladybeetle . . whatever name you know them by, why are they considered lucky and given as gifts?

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Ladybirds are truly well-known and well-loved as supposed luck-giving gifts all over the world. Gifts featuring ladybirds, like a ladybird necklace or earrings, for example, are suitable presents for any event that people feel requires an extra bit of good fortune – like an exam for example or a new job or a relocation, and Ladybird mean something to everybody: man or woman, boy or girl. And whether that person is your girlfriend or boyfriend, husband or wife, your daughter or son, your mother or father, or brother or sister, the gift of a symbolic ladybird is a gift with meaning.

Ladybird charm bracelet
Ladybirds are thought lucky
Ladybird studs

But why? What is the meaning of ladybird symbolism and ladybird jewellery?

Nearly all cultures believe that a ladybug is lucky. Many societies also link the sight of a ladybug with future luck in love, good weather, a financial windfall, or the granting of wishes. Having a ladybug land on you is supposed to be particularly lucky in some cultures, and some people believe that when a ladybug lands on an object, that object will be replaced by a new and improved version. In other words, ladybirds or ladybugs mean good luck.

Lucky Ladybug fridge magnet
Lucky Ladybird information
Socks with lucky ladybirds

But, in some Christian societies, especially in Europe, the Ladybug is linked with the Virgin Mary, also known as Our Lady to devout Catholics, and is said to be symbolic of Her presence in nature as a sort of guardian. According to legend, the spots on the Ladybug’s back symbolise the Seven Sorrows of Mary, and Ladybugs were sent by the Virgin to protect crops. This is because it is known that Ladybugs eat harmful pests so, in the past, the appearance of Ladybugs would have been welcomed by farmers and gardeners. In agricultural societies, it would have made sense to venerate a beneficial insect – encouraging people to leave Ladybugs alone so that they could consume pests like aphids. The appearance of a Ladybug would also have been viewed as a blessing. The well-known children’s rhyme which begins “Ladybug, Ladybug, fly away home, your house is on fire and your children are alone,” is said to have evolved from the practice of burning crops at the end of the season. Supposedly, farmers would sing to warn the Ladybugs to fly away, leaving harmful insect pests behind to be burned in the flames. So ladybird gifts, like pieces of jewellery in the shape of a ladybird for example, are in fact gifts with real and historic meaning.

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According to folklore you should count the number of black spots on a LadyBird’s back. The number of spots will correspond to how many months will be happy ones from that day on. If a Ladybug lands on you, then you will definitely have good luck. If one lands on you when you are ill, it will take away the illness. The more spots on its back the better the luck; each spot represents a lucky month. This is the symbolism of the ladybird and why so many people wear ladybird jewellery or give ladybird gifts to the friends / loved-ones.

Ladybird habitat
Ladybirds live in many habitats – like the forest, and are considered good luck charms: Why?
Ladybugs in houses
Ladybugs even live in houses – where it is considered a sign of good luck. Why?
ladybirds in park
Ladybirds love parks – as well as forests, fields, grasslands, gardens, and houses

The Ladybug makes the perfect gift for someone starting a new venture because Ladybirds can signify a financial windfall. Also, for people falling in love, the Ladybird is said to herald future luck in love (so, for example, a Ladybird symbol would be ideal as an Engagement gift or a little something for a Wedding Day . . whether it be for guests or for participants like ushers, matron of honour, bridesmaids, bride’s family, and so on.) Ladybugs would also be appropriate as a gift to pass on wishes for good health, and so ladybird jewellery would be very suitable in this respect.

Ladybird earrings
Flores en Andalucia con mariquitas
Ladybird studs

You can also see Ladybird gifts in our CENTRAL (Group) SHOP by searching for Ladybirds  / Ladybugs

Larimar and Apatite earrings for calmness, wellbeing and success
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Larimar and Apatite earrings for calmness, wellbeing and success

PHA092028
£28.50
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Help encourage goal achievement and mental wellbeing

These unique earrings feature a mixture of tiny silver beads, plus gorgeous Apatite and Larimar gemstone beads - intended to encourage composure, clear thoughts and a calm mental attitude.

Larimar is one of the rarest gems on earth, being found only in the volcanic mountains of the Dominican Republic, on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean - and said to be good for stress, anxiety and phobias . . and so an ideal gem to encourage wellness, or to be used in worrisome situations.

Couple this with the wellbeing and goal achievement gemstone Apatite (said to help identify what is good and bad in our lives) and you have a unique piece of jewellery to help someone de-stress and take charge of their life - especially if they are trying to make a new start or attempt a difficult task.

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:)- Optional wellbeing gift card (Free)

:)- Personal message can be added

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Detail: These blue earrings consist of 3mm sterling-silver ball studs from which hang the Larimar and Apatite gemstone beads with 3mm sterling-silver beads in between. The earrings have a post and butterfly end fastening and measure approx 25mm in length. As this is a natural product the pattern and colour of the beads may vary slightly from that of the image.

Wish your friends and loved-ones well along their journey to success and wellbeing, and encourage them to be less stressed and achieve their goals - especially with respect to their health and wellness. Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.

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LARIMAR: This lovely blue gemstone is one of the rarest gems on earth, being found only in the volcanic mountains of the Dominican Republic, on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea. Because of its association with the clear waters of this beautiful sea, it is said to help with stress, anxiety and phobias . . so an ideal gem to encourage wellness, or for use in worry beads. Larimar is sometimes called the Dolphin or Atlantis Stone and some people wear it when they feel they want to take back control of their lives or make a new start.

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APATITE: This is a soft and warm-feeling gemstone, said to stimulate the intellect and help us see things more clearly . . to concentrate and focus, and allow us to identify the important things in life (and any hurdles or problems that should be overcome if we are to achieve our goals). For this reason, people believe that Apatite allows them to more easily recognise things that could be bad for their general wellbeing (which is perhaps why some people say it can encourage the body to ward off viruses and other diseases). Apatite is associated with the zodiac sign of Gemini.

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