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.
. . an ideal gift for someone with dreams, and to promote calmness and intellect
This lovely shamballa DREAMS bracelet consists of beads of deep mystical purple amethyst set in macramé knotted cord, and a little inspirational word charm saying DREAM.
Detail: Bracelet measures approx 20cms round but may be extended.
:)- Gift-Wrapped
:)- Optional information card (free)
:)- Personal message can be added
:)- Rapid shippingThis mystical and spiritual gemstone bracelet makes the ideal gift to promote patience and calmness and is highly suitable for stressful events such as a competition or a new job, or for a friend or loved-one starting out on a new adventure with a new beginning. Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.
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AMETHYST: The Mystical gemstone. Amethyst is the stone of the mind - a spiritual and mystical gemstone that is highly prized. It is believed to instill patience, balance, calmness, and peace. Amethyst makes the ideal gift for events like Exams and Competitions that need thoughtfulness, calmness and intellect.
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SHAMBALLA: The word Shamballa comes from ancient Buddhism. In both Tibetan and Indian Buddhism, Shambhala (also spelt Shambala or Shamballa) is a mythical kingdom hidden somewhere in Inner Asia and is supposed to symbolise purity. It is mentioned in various ancient scripts and concerns high spiritual ideals. Over the centuries, Shambhala has become associated with a so-called Pure Land, a fabulous kingdom whose reality is visionary or spiritual rather than purely physical or geographical. It was in this form that the Shambhala myth reached the West, where it has influenced non-Buddhist as well as Buddhist spiritual seekers. Consequently, Shamballa jewellery is believed to impart purity, tranquility and personal happiness onto the person wearing it and, when coupled with a particular gemstone (that has its own individual significance), a Shambala bracelet can be a powerful piece of 'Jewellery with Meaning. More information on Shamballa -
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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