Heracles Brooch

Description

Heracles brooch in the shape of a bee

The Heracles Brooch depicts a bee facing forward, its yellow body divided into bands and two dark wings spread at either side. A gold outline runs along the wings, head, and abdomen, forming a shimmering border around the figure. The legs, also rendered in gold, protrude from beneath the wings. Its small size does not obscure the motif: the body's stripes and the contrast between yellow, black, and gold create a clear image that is recognizable in the main photograph.

Colors and distribution of the motif

The yellow is concentrated on the abdomen and a central stripe, while black covers the wings and some details of the body. The finish appears enameled due to its smooth, glossy surface in the image, and the gold tone serves as a decorative outline. The material of the brooch and the composition of the edge are not specified; therefore, this description refers to the visible color and does not present it as gold or a specific alloy. The second photo allows you to examine the back and the clasp before choosing where to attach it.

A small bee for a visible area

The item weighs 3g and measures 1cm deep, 2cm wide, and 1.5cm high. Its compact design, wider than it is tall, means the body and wings fit within a small footprint. You can compare these dimensions to the space of a flap, an outer pocket, or a backpack. To see the bands and wings clearly, place it on an area that isn't covered by folds, seams, or overlapping elements.

A natural motif represented in graphic form

Heracles doesn't depict a landscape or a scene: it focuses the entire composition on the silhouette of the bee and its contrasting colors. The wings form a horizontal line, while the abdomen is on the central axis and the legs complete the figure from below. This arrangement keeps the motif recognizable even when viewed from a distance. The product information sheet doesn't provide any other manufacturing or composition details, so we haven't added any undocumented durability or care information. Discover other designs at brooches, pins and badges.