Earrings - Kachimushi, symbol of the samurai
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- copper
- size: length 6.7 cm * width 2.9 cm
- nickel-free and lead-free
In this silver-colored piece of jewelry, the Sun shines as the supreme light and source of life. Beneath it, the Moon reflects the rhythm of the inner world and emotions. Below these two celestial bodies spreads a large and beautiful dragonfly, symbol of transformation and victory.
The Symbolism of the Dragonfly
The dragonfly has throughout time been a meaningful figure in many cultures. Its swift movement and ability to glide on the boundary between water and air have made it a symbol of victory, transformation, and inner clarity. The dragonfly’s way of life – spending most of its existence as a larva in water before rising as an adult to fly only briefly before death – has been seen as a reminder of inner growth and sudden change.
In Europe, the dragonfly was associated with mysterious and even frightening meanings: its folk names, such as “devil’s horse” or “devil’s needle,” hinted at connections with unseen forces and omens of fate. In Japan, by contrast, the dragonfly has been an esteemed symbol of victory, known as kachimushi – the victorious insect. Samurai used it, for example, on their helmets as a mark of courage and perseverance. In the traditions of Native American peoples, the dragonfly represented healing and the sacred power of water – killing it was forbidden. In Chinese art, it is connected with the lotus and clear waters, symbols of purity and clarity of mind.
As a unifying force among these meanings, the dragonfly has across cultures carried the message of crossing boundaries: moving from shadow to light, from water to air, from the unseen to the visible. It reminds us of our ability to transform, to clear our vision, and to find the courage to move lightly even through the most difficult of times.
