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.
For protection - especially along the road to good health
Indian Agate and a little Indalo charm combine in this unique bracelet to make a meaningful piece of jewellery for stress relief and good fortune along the road to wellness and recovery.
Agate is the gemstone that everyone should have for protection. Couple this with the significance of the Indalo Man symbol (especially well-known in Spain as a symbol of protection, prosperity and good fortune), and you have a unique piece of jewellery said to help someone de-stress and to improve their health and wellbeing.
:)- Gift-Wrapped
:)- Optional information cards about the Indalo (free)
:)- Personal message can be added
:)- Rapid shippingDETAIL: The bracelet consists of a row of 6mm beads of Indian Agate in shades of mossy green, grey and brown with a single, sterling-silver Indalo charm. The bracelet measures approx 8 inches and fastens with silver-plated trigger clasp.
PLEASE NOTE: Bead colours vary because of the nature of the natural gemstone
A special present with a powerful meaning, and an ideal gift to impart peace and calm when facing new challenges and to help shield people from stress, with the extra attributes of good fortune and protection from the Indalo man symbol charm. Perfect for a new job, a new start in life, new beginnings, and so on. Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.
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Information about the Indalo symbol of wellness and protection .
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INDIAN GREEN MOSS AGATE : The so-called 'Warrior' gemstone
Agate is the gemstone that everyone should have for protection. It is said to protect from stress, energy drains, and bad dreams . . and attract strength. Green Moss Agate and Indian Agate are especially good as gifts for events needing strength and durability, like when making a new beginning or a new start in life.
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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