Sterling Silver Praying Mantis — Handmade Insect Necklace
🦗 Sterling Silver Praying Mantis Necklace – Handmade Insect Jewelry for Bug Lovers, Gardeners & Entomologists
Celebrate the striking beauty of one of nature’s most captivating creatures with this handmade sterling silver praying mantis necklace. Thoughtfully crafted for insect lovers, gardeners, science teachers, entomology students, or nature lovers, this necklace is a unique and symbolic gift for anyone who appreciates the quiet strength and grace of the mantis.
✔️ Sustainable & Ethical
Made from certified eco-friendly, recycled sterling silver, this necklace is both beautiful and responsibly made.
✔️ Clean, Simple Design with an Edge
The minimalist pendant design allows the detailed silhouette of the praying mantis to be the main focus — the side view captures the elegance and watchful posture of this patient insect — making it a versatile, go-to piece with just the right amount of edge!
✔️ Made to Order & Handcrafted in the USA
Every necklace is individually handcrafted using traditional silversmithing techniques. The finished pendant is polished, hand-patinated for an antiqued finish, then re-polished to bring out rich texture and detail of the etching.
📆 Production Time:
Please allow 1–2 weeks for your custom piece to be made.
📏 Pendant Dimensions:
Height: approx. 7/8" (2.2 cm)
Width: approx. 7/16" (1.1 cm)
📿 *Chain Options:
• 1.5mm sterling silver cable chain
• 1.5mm sterling silver curb chain
• vegan choker style necklace featuring 14" waxed black cotton cord & 2" sterling silver extension chain
*all chains include a chunky sterling silver lobster clasp!
🎁 A perfect gift for:
— Bug lovers & insect enthusiasts
— Entomologists & biology teachers
— Gardeners who admire nature’s small wonders
— Fans of science, symbolism, or unique jewelry
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Praying mantises are probably the most recognizable among the Mantodea, one of the most beautiful and fascinating of the insect orders. Unfortunately made infamous by their penchant for cannibalism, they are fearless, curious, exquisite & wondrous creatures.
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All of my jewelry items are shipped in certified eco-friendly and fully recyclable jewelry boxes. And $1 from every sale is donated to protect invertebrates & their habitats.
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