What are the symbols of Hephaestus, the blacksmith of the gods?
object: hammer or anvil because he is the god of blacksmith you can even use a volcano beacause he is also the god of volcanoes and his forge is located in a volcano heres some information on plants and animals for Hephaestus: (2) SACRED PLANTS & ANIMALS CRANE, SACRED BIRD The crane was the bird of Hephaistos, associated with the god from his time dwelling on the banks of the River Okeanos, where the bird migrated to in the winter. Its long-necked head was often depicted decorating the donkey-saddle or chariot of the god. DONKEY, SACRED ANIMAL Hephaistos was frequently depicted in art riding on the back of a donkey. GUARD-DOG, SACRED ANIMAL The temple of Hephaistos on Aitna had a pack of sacred dogs. FENNEL, SACRED PLANT The slow-burning stalk of the fennel was used in ancient times as a torch and a means to transport fire from one place to another. In this way it came to be associated with the god, and his torch-race festivals featured the plant.
