• Size: 2.5x1.25x.75"
• Material: Glass

• From Old World Christmas

The Lucky Ladybug Ornament from Old World Christmas is a festive salute to the little beetle that has been a friend to farmers for centuries. At 2.5 inches, this glass decoration is a bright splash of red with white spots and golden trim, paying homage to the bug that's been bringing good fortune long before it graced holiday trees.

Legend has it that when European farmers' crops were threatened by aphids, their prayers were answered by ladybugs, saving the day with their voracious appetites. These tiny heroes were aptly named in honor of Mary, ""Our Lady,"" becoming a symbol of hope and gratitude.

The vibrant red body of this ornament reflects the ladybug's iconic color, said to represent love and joy, while the white spots are reminiscent of the purity and goodness associated with these beneficial insects. The golden trim adds just the right amount of festive flair, turning what is a symbol of natural pest control into a dazzling holiday treasure.

Perfect for those who love gardening, nature, or simply adore these little beetles, the ladybug ornament is a great tribute to the insect world's tiny titan. Hanging among the boughs and baubles, it's a reminder of the natural balance, the small acts of kindness nature provides, and the little strokes of luck that make life richer.

A great gift for a friend with a green thumb or a personal addition to your collection, this ladybug brings with it a story of answered prayers and the protective aura that many feel these insects carry. A bearer of good fortune, inviting prosperity and happiness into your home during the holiday season and beyond.

Text on Old World hang tag: Ladybugs received their name centuries ago in Europe. When farmers prayed to the Virgin Mary for help against aphids ruining their crops, their prayers were answered by the arrival of thousands of beetles. The bugs were named to honor Mary, Our Lady, and so they were called Ladybugs.