Inspired by enduring celestial symbols and the fleeting beauty of insects, the "Celestial Insects" series is designed to celebrate and honor the great and the small together in a collectible art form. The Stag Beetle (The Sun-Bearer) is a wonderful statement piece by itself and goes beautifully with other designs in the collection.

The Stag Beetle (The Sun-Bearer) raises the sun in its jaws and spreads its galaxy-laden wings from beneath starry elytra. Stag beetles are named for the distinctive mandibles of the males, which they use in combat with each other over mates and food, though they are not aggressive toward humans.

Hard enamel pin with gold plating, single post, and yellow clutch. Approximately 57 mm tall.

This pin design was made possible through the Celestial Insects 2: Sun & Moon Enamel Pins Kickstarter! Many thanks to the generous backers who made the campaign a success!