Lucky Horseshoes make ideal lucky charm gifts

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?

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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.

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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.

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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

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.

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Compostela earrings for someone embarking on something new - even romance
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Compostela earrings for someone embarking on something new - even romance

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A lovely piece of jewellery with meaning

These precious sterling-silver earrings would make a unique gift: Comprised of scallop shells, and real carnelian and pearl gemstones, this really is a piece of jewellery with meaning.

The shell shape is symbolic of El Camino de Santiago (the 1,000-year-old journey along the Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela, in northern Spain). Carnelian is know as the "power stone" because it is believed to impart passion and energy to the wearer. And pearls are symbolic of dignity, along with love, success and happiness.

An ideal gift for someone embarking on something new, or entering a competition / exam . . or for romance.

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Wish your friends and loved-ones well by sending them these meaningful earrings. It could make the ideal gift for many special events, occasions or new adventures.

Dimensions: The earrings measure approx 56mm in length including the sterling silver wires. They consist of carnelian and real pearl gemstones, silver-coated washers and sterling silver scallop shells and ear-wires.

Information about The Way of St James:

The Way of St. James criss-crosses Western Europe, arriving at Santiago through Northern Spain. It is generally regarded as a journey of the body, mind and spirit. Modern travellers choose to do the Camino for personal, spiritual and/or religious reasons - or simply to take time out from their busy, modern lives. For many, the walk is to find inspiration - improving their outlook on life, bringing them into closer contact with nature and expanding their cultural horizons through contact with other pilgrims. Everyone experiences the journey in a different way.




Gift these delightful scallop, carnelian and pearl earrings to inspire your friends and loved-ones. They come gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.

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More information about Spain's Concha scallop shell of St James - La vieira concha de Santiago; and Carnelian gems

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