Cherryloco : Scarab Dung Beetle BroochThis striking Egyptian inspired design features a winged scarab beetle holding the sun. The scarab rolls dung balls along the ground and was thought to be connected to the movement of the sun across the sky. Because of their association with the sun and the sun god Ra, scarabs were a symbol of prosperity,hope and good fortune. They were worn as amulets to attract good luck and to repel bad luck. There were also seen as a symbol of renewal and rebirth.