Silver Tone Honeybee Charms - Bumblebee Symbol of Chastity - 25pcs
SKU: CH87aSymbolism: Bees are a symbol of tireless activity, regal power, and chastity.
St. Rita is often depicted with bees in iconography due to an event where a swarm of white bees surrounded her on her Baptism day, some even in her mouth, yet she remained unharmed. After all these centuries, a swarm of bees still exists in the convent in a wall near St. Rita's grave. Their color is not white, but that of the common bee, and they do not have stingers. They live retired during the year, only coming out in the last few days of Holy Week and then returning once again for the Feast of St. Rita.
“The bee is more honored than other animals, not because she labors, but because she labors for others” - Saint John Chrysostom
Quantity: Sold in packs of twenty-five (25) charms
Size: about 10mm long, 11mm wide, 2mm thick. The hole is: 2mm
(3/8" long x 7/16" wide)
Material: Zinc-based alloy metal with antiqued silver finish.
Important Note: All of our products are lead and cadmium-free, and nickel safe. As they contain small parts, all items are for adult jewelry/craft making use only, not intended for children under the age of 15.
Order Processing:
Orders received before 2:00pm EST will almost always ship the same day. However, order processing time will depend on daily order volume. If we can't get it out the same day, it will definitely ship the next day! Orders ship from Willoughby, Ohio 44094.
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USPS first-class flat rate shipping (2-4 Day) - $5.00
USPS Priority Mail flat rate shipping (2-3 Day) - $10.00
USPS Express Mail flat rate shipping (1-2 Day) - $30.00
Orders over $50 ship free in the USA if you choose USPS!
If you choose UPS as your shipping option the price will be calculated based on your address.
International Shipping Information:
All packages are shipped via USPS (United States Postal Service). Tracking and delivery confirmation are included in the cost of shipping (your tracking number will be emailed to you as soon as your package ships).
Canada: We offer two flat rate options for shipping. You can choose which works best for you during the checkout process. Your package will ship via USPS (United States Postal Service) until it arrives in Canada. It will then be delivered by Canada Post.
USPS first-class flat rate shipping (8-31 Day) - $11.50
USPS Priority Mail flat rate shipping (6-15 Day) - $38.95
Everywhere Else:
We are currently shipping to Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. We offer two shipping options, USPS and UPS, both include tracking.
For USPS shipping we offer one flat rate option:
USPS first-class international flat rate shipping (12-45 Days) - $14.95
If you choose UPS Worldwide® as your shipping option the price will be calculated at checkout based on the weight and your address.
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We cannot control shipments once they leave the shop, typically domestic packages are delivered within 2-5 business days, depending on your location. International packages are typically delivered within 6-45 days (sometimes longer, depending on your location). Please be advised that international orders do not have a guaranteed delivery date as they can be delayed in customs.