The magic of the lucky horseshoe symbol – what is its meaning?
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Horseshoes are probably the most commonly recognised good luck charm or talisman in the Western World – millions of people think that they are lucky, and that the horseshoe symbol is a magically protective amulet or talisman. For this reason, they make a popular gift for a friend or relative and for all sorts of events: The happy couple at a wedding for example (or engagement), the bride or groom, best man or usher; or a colleague in retirement from work, someone moving to a new house, the arrival of a new baby (or at a baby shower) or someone entering a competition, a driving test or other exam. Horseshoe charms are commonly found in jewellery worn as earrings, bracelets and pendants on necklaces, and gifted as good luck charms or talismans to hang on the wall of a house. They are thought to possess some sort of magic. But why?
Since earliest times, man has believed that the crescent or U-shape or symbol was a powerful protective talisman. For the Greeks, it symbolised the crescent moon which was regarded as a symbol of fertility, with links to Moon goddesses such as Artemis and Diana. They were also used to ward off the mischievous celtic fairies.
In one story, St. Dunstan, the favourite saint of the English people, nailed a horseshoe to a horse when he was working as a blacksmith. The horse was actually the Devil in disguise and it caused the Devil great pain. Dunstan only agreed to remove the shoe and release the Devil after he promised never to enter a place with a horseshoe.
The combination of luck, protection, religion, and magic are all captivated by the horseshoe symbol and many people believe it will bring them good luck in the lives and to any special events or occasions – and ward off evil and misfortune / bad luck. In the past, superstition dictated that sailors nailed a horseshoe to the mast of their ship to help their vessel avoid bad weather, storms and disaster. And nowadays, gifting a magic lucky horseshoe charm for a wedding is common.
Should a good luck horseshoe be mounted open end up or down?
“Up” to stop luck running out – “Down” to pour luck onto you. It doesn’t matter, it’s the thought and effect of the charm that matters – the belief in the magic. See our Lucky Charms guide for why this is so.
A good luck horseshoe for a wedding? Lucky Horseshoes are ideal gifts on Wedding Days (for the Guests, Ushers, Bridesmaids, etc) and for friends or loved-ones who are in a Competition, which they can carry as a talisman to give them more confidence in these stressful events like an Exam or a Driving Test.
. . a gift to encourage happiness and good luck
Gift good luck, happiness, or inspiration, with our Joy pebble charm ring. Embellished with a hand-crafted good luck symbol to make a unique and meaningful piece of jewelry.
This Joy charm ring features the symbol of the lucky Indalo, hand-painted in red, maroon and gold (with a touch of sky blue and green) onto Spanish marble, then coated and sealed for durability.
The Indalo symbol is steeped in history and is said to have magical powers to offer protection from harm, and bring happiness and good fortune. The legend of the Indalo originates in Almería, eastern Andalucía, in southern Spain - an area of Europe where you can still find Moorish arches alongside Catholic towers, white villages scattered across verdant hills, and dry and dusty valleys behind sierras that roll down to the Mediterranean shores.
Every ring is unique and comes in 2 sizes (please choose in Options box):
* The SMALL charm ring is silver-plated and comprises an adjustable 15mm diameter, 2.5mm wide band with attached lucky charm stone
* The LARGE charm ring is silver-plated and comprises an adjustable 18mm diameter, 4mm wide band with attached lucky charm stone
Over the centuries, millions of people have put their hope and faith in a lucky charm . . just like this. Joy symbolises inner happiness and is the ideal gift to encourage success and harmony in life. Show someone how much you really care by gifting them this ring and help them to fill their life with a bit more happiness (and good fortune). Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents (with an information card about the Indalo) - and we can add a personal message on your behalf
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All of these are ALSO available in our CENTRAL (Group) SHOP: For example
- Lucky Horseshoe gift for the Wedding Day
- Lucky Horseshoe gift for a Competition
- Lucky Horseshoe gifts for a Driving Test