Jewel Beetle Collection

Jewel beetle (Chrysochroa rajah)

Beetles, hand-colored lithograph, published in 1880
1) Museum beetle (Anthrenus museorum), 2) common pine shoot beetle (Tomicus piniperda), 3) Nicrophorus vespilloides, 4) Devils coach horse beetle (Ocypus olens)

Close-up of a Metallic jewel beetle (Buspretidae) in Aiuruoca, Minas Gerais, Brazil. South-east Atlantic forest

Jewel beetle (Anthaxia hungarica) on aster flower, South of Casteil, French Pyrenees, France. May

Plate 13 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print)
3328039 Plate 13 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print) by Seguy, Emile-Allain (1877-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. Catoxantha gratiosa. Indo-Chine; Catoxantha opulenta. Malacca; 3)

Marsh beetle, Elodes 1, Harpalus beetle 2, jewel beetle, Buprestis 3, flea beetle, Altica famelica 4, and rose chafer
6337006 Marsh beetle, Elodes 1, Harpalus beetle 2, jewel beetle, Buprestis 3, flea beetle, Altica famelica 4, and rose chafer, Cetonia species 5 by Bessa

Title page with vignette of jewel beetle, Chrysochroa fulminans, and patch-winged diamond beetle, Curculio splendens
6337219 Title page with vignette of jewel beetle, Chrysochroa fulminans, and patch-winged diamond beetle, Curculio splendens by Lizars

Jewel beetles: Buprestis chrysis 1, Buprestis sternicornis 2, Buprestis bicolor 3, Buprestis amoena 4
6337458 Jewel beetles: Buprestis chrysis 1, Buprestis sternicornis 2, Buprestis bicolor 3, Buprestis amoena 4 by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Jewel beetles: Buprestis chrysis 1)

Euchroma gigantea, giant jewel beetle
A specimen of a giant jewel beetle a member of the family (Buprestidae) from South America, from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Splendour beetle
Close-up of splendour beetle with legs outstretched. Specimen held within the Entomology Department at the Natural History Museum, London

Jewel Beetle -Julodis ehrenbergii-, Lake Kerkini region, Greece, Europe

Jewel Beetle -Julodis ehrenbergii- on a tree trunk, Lake Kerkini region, Greece, Europe

Jewel beetles. View of the upper side of a number of Madecassia rothschildi jewel beetles (family Buprestidae, showing their iridescent bodies. The bodies of these specimens measure 5cm long)

Chrysobotris, fossil beetle
An early Cretaceous fossil beetle from the Lithographic Limestone, Lerida, Spain

Emerald Ash-borer Beetle (Anthaxia hungarica) two adults, on hawkbit flower, near Minerve, Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, may

Frog beetle (Sagra sp.). All insects have six legs (three pairs), antennae and a segmented body (head, thorax and abdomen)

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The jewel beetle, known for its stunning iridescent colors and intricate patterns, has captivated the attention of artists and nature enthusiasts alike. In a hand-colored lithograph published in 1880, beetles are depicted with meticulous detail, showcasing their unique beauty. One particular image showcases an Anthaxia hungarica jewel beetle perched delicately on an aster flower in the South of Casteil, French Pyrenees, France. The close-up photograph taken in Aiuruoca, Minas Gerais, Brazil reveals the mesmerizing metallic sheen of a Buspretidae jewel beetle. In Plate 13 from Insectes published in the 1930s as a pochoir print, various beetles take center stage - from the Marsh beetle to the Harpalus beetle and even the rose chafer. The title page itself features a vignette capturing the enchanting Chrysochroa fulminans jewel beetle alongside the patch-winged diamond beetle Curculio splendens. Buprestis chrysis, Buprestis sternicornis, Buprestis bicolor, and Buprestis amoena are showcased as part of a collection of jewel beetles. Their vibrant hues and intricate designs make them truly stand out among other insects. Among these remarkable creatures is Euchroma gigantea or giant jewel beetle which lives up to its name with its impressive size and striking appearance. Another notable mention is given to Splendour Beetle - aptly named for its splendid presence. Dating back to around 1860 is a color lithograph depicting various insects including our beloved jewel beetles. This artwork serves as a testament to their enduring allure throughout history. Lastly but not leastly we find ourselves admiring Julodis ehrenbergii - also known as Jewel Beetle - found in Greece's Lake Kerkini region within Europe. Its presence adds yet another layer of fascination to the already captivating world of jewel beetles.