Scorpion Collection

African Scorpion C1850
An African scorpion and various details

Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK163 fitted with a NSc D1-2 Double Scorpion rechargeable booster rocket Date: 1957

Northrop F-89 Scorpion

Various Arachnids
A variety of insects, including centipede, millipede, woodlouse, scorpion, spiders and ticks

Borneo giant forest scorpion (Heterometrus longimanus) resting inside a fallen hollow log. Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo. Photographed with natural light and UV light

Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK162
Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK163 fitted with a NSc D1-2 Double Scorpion rechargeable booster rocket Date: 1957

Scorpion. South Europe
PPG-1551 Scorpion South Europe Buthus occitanus Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Blunt / Scorpio / Plate 45
The constellation of Scorpio, the scorpion

Runaway, Saddle-bags, Safety-lamp, Safety-valve, Sand-piper, School-teacher, Scorpion, Screw-driver, Sea-lion
8650106 Runaway, Saddle-bags, Safety-lamp, Safety-valve, Sand-piper, School-teacher, Scorpion, Screw-driver, Sea-lion, Serenade, Sheep-shearing, Shoemaker (engraving) by German School

Silene representing October. The sign of the scorpion (1663 - 1665) by Gaspard Marsy (1625 - 1681)
ETI4397393 Silene representing October. The sign of the scorpion (1663 - 1665) by Gaspard Marsy (1625 - 1681), based on a drawing by Charles Lebrun (Le Brun) (1619-1690)

Letter S: WISDOM is a rare good and wants to be conquered, nefaste is his rival: it is called SOTTISE
DUV4206642 Letter S: WISDOM is a rare good and wants to be conquered, nefaste is his rival: it is called SOTTISE. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Mithras Tauroktonos, 2nd century bc (marble)
3618534 Mithras Tauroktonos, 2nd century bc (marble); (add.info.: Mithras Tauroktonos. Roman sculpture group. White marble (93 x 96 x 35 cm). The god of the Sun. Second half of 2nd century AC

Scorpio, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340889 Scorpio, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 23)

Phaeton alarm'd, 1808 (etching)
7340077 Phaeton alarm'd, 1808 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 34.2x37.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Scorpion senna, Coronilla emerus
5856077 Scorpion senna, Coronilla emerus; (add.info.: Scorpion senna, Coronilla emerus. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora)

The Scorpio, France, 1927 (print)
2122109 The Scorpio, France, 1927 (print); (add.info.: Paranormal. Astrology. Scorpio (the Scorpion). Astrologic card from: Le Tarot Astrologique (Astrological Tarot), by Georges Muchery, France

Scorpion and Italian tarantula (engraving)
8663684 Scorpion and Italian tarantula (engraving) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scorpion and Italian tarantula)

Justice crashed anarchy but saved monopolies. Caricature by W.A.Rogers, 1888
NWI4958476 Justice crashed anarchy but saved monopolies. Caricature by W.A.Rogers, 1888.; (add.info.: Justice crashed anarchy but saved monopolies)

An ancient Egyptian calendar, 18th century (engraving)
3480190 An ancient Egyptian calendar, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Egyptian God; Osiris; shown with a key)

Scorpio of Sri Lanka. Signed illustration N (Frederick Nodder). Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801)
FLO4680111 Scorpio of Sri Lanka. Signed illustration N (Frederick Nodder). Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), for the naturalist collection

Giant forest scorpion, Heterometrus indus, and other species of scorpions from America, Germany, Italy (Scorpio afer)
FLO4652595 Giant forest scorpion, Heterometrus indus, and other species of scorpions from America, Germany, Italy (Scorpio afer, Scorpio americus, etc.). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G.W

Silene representing October. The sign of the scorpion (1663 - 1665) by Gaspard Marsy (1625 - 1681)
ETI4397378 Silene representing October. The sign of the scorpion (1663 - 1665) by Gaspard Marsy (1625 - 1681), based on a drawing by Charles Lebrun (Le Brun) (1619-1690)

Goliath bird-eating spider, Theraphosa blondi, with hummingbird 1, Italian tarantula, Lycosa tarantula 2
FLO4573911 Goliath bird-eating spider, Theraphosa blondi, with hummingbird 1, Italian tarantula, Lycosa tarantula 2, orange spider of Curacao 3, and species of scorpions of India 4, America 5

Maiolica plaque depicting the Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, Italian (ceramic)
BEN79933 Maiolica plaque depicting the Martyrdom of St. Sebastian, Italian (ceramic); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Natural History Ensemble (No. 16), 1596-1610. Creators: Elias Verhulst, Anselmus de Boodt
Natural History Ensemble (No. 16), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Astrological Disc (image 1 of 3), 30th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (332-31 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Astrological Disc (image 1 of 3), 30th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (332-31 BCE)

Scorpion, c1899. Creator: Unknown
Scorpion, c1899

Brooch with Table-Stones, Flying Scorpions at Top, and Dogs at Bottom, 1596. Creator: Daniel Mignot
Brooch with Table-Stones, Flying Scorpions at Top, and Dogs at Bottom, 1596

Reproduction of print showing Plantago plant, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing Plantago plant, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of a (left) woodcut, from "Gart der Gesundheit", 1485; (right) woodcut, from Leonard Fuchs

The Sun, plate 44 from Planets and Spheres, c.1465. Creator: Unknown
The Sun, plate 44 from Planets and Spheres, c.1465

0004 Zodiac
Emiliano Deificus

0004 Zodiac
Emiliano Deificus

Skorpion Hellx4v2
Rafal Kulik

Rosliny Z Murur1
Rafal Kulik

The white beach
Andrea Izzotti

Tassled scorpionfish
Barathieu Gabriel

Scorpion stinger (Artropodi Scopionoidea) enlarged under a microscope Tuscany. Date of Photograph:1878-1898

Sting of the Scorpion (Arthropod Scorpionoidea) magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:04/1914

Scorpion pectiniform organ magnified under a microscope. Date of Photograph:1888 ca

Bas relief depicting a scorpio, allegory of the sign of the zodiac, Scorpio. Sacrament Chapel or Chapel of the Planets. Work by Agostino di Duccio

Bas-relief depicting the zodiac sign of Scorpio in the Chapel of Planets in the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Malatestiano Temple, Chapel of Planets Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance

Fragmentary section of a large terracotta vase with a stamped decoration depicting a procession of hoplites and military chariots, in the Acropolis Museum in Athens Greece Athens

Red figure Attic amphora depicting a battle between two armed heroes; the vase is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Museum Amphora, Vase Classical, Greek Art, Greece, Europe

The Emperor Scorpion
Charles Dessalines D Orbigny

Alvis FV101 Scimitar and FV107 Scorpion light tanks at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. Date: 1980

Wisconsin Air National Guard - Northrop F-89J Scorpion 53-2536, of the 126th Fighter Interceptor Squadron. built as an F-89D-60-NO and upgraded to F-89J. Wisconsin ANG 126th FIS

Iowa Air National Guard - Northrop F-89J Scorpion O-32662
Iowa Air National Guard - Northrop F-89J Scorpion 53-(O-3)2662 (O for obsolete, not a number), of the 124th Fighter Interceptor Squadron

Picture No. 12479406
Giant forest scorpion, Heterometrus swammerdami, Date:

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The scorpion, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, has captivated human curiosity for centuries. One notable species is the African Scorpion C1850, known for its distinctive appearance and venomous sting. In aviation history, the scorpion's influence can be seen through the Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK163, which served as a crucial platform for experimental flights. Another aircraft bearing this name is the Northrop F-89 Scorpion, an iconic jet fighter that played a significant role during Cold War tensions. Similar to their arachnid counterparts, these flying machines showcased agility and precision in their respective domains. The Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK162 further exemplified this trait by pushing boundaries and testing new technologies. Beyond aviation connections, "Scorpion" also refers to geographical locations like South Europe where these creatures thrive. Their presence adds an element of mystery to these regions' ecosystems. In ancient mythology and astrology, Scorpio holds symbolic significance as one of the zodiac signs represented by La Balance (Scales). This celestial representation highlights balance and intensity associated with those born under this sign. Returning to aviation history once more brings us back to Northrop F-89J Scorpions O-32674 and O-21911 - variants that contributed significantly to military operations during their time in service. These aircraft embodied power and strength while defending national interests. Whether it's exploring diverse arachnids or marveling at powerful warplanes named after them, there is no denying that "scorpion" encompasses both natural wonders and technological achievements alike.