Lucky Horseshoes - The History

Horseshoes are considered a good luck charm in many cultures. The history can be dated back to the Greeks in the 4^th Century. The theory concerning the placing of horseshoes above doorways goes back to early Celtic times when an horseshoe was placed above a doorway to ward off bad luck, the theory being that bad luck is repelled by iron and as horseshoes were an easily available source of iron, they could be nailed above a doorway to prevent bad luck from entering. One can see how the custom, eventually morphed into a simple good luck charm. It is also possible that the Romans, when arriving in Celtic countries, came across horseshoes nailed above doorways and simply borrowed the concept of the horseshoe as a good luck charm, failing to understand fully the background of the Celtic custom and made their use more widespread. Tradition states that to ensure good luck the horseshoe should be hung with its points facing up, and so preventing good luck from running out. Horseshoes should always be used ones and never new. Finally to ensure good luck always, horseshoes should never be purchased by their owners but always given as a gift by someone wishing them good luck and good health. The lucky horseshoe has come back into its own, being one of the most sought after gifts for any occasion.

In todays throw away society, what better way to help in both recycling a used horseshoe, and bless someone with good luck at the same time. We treat them so that they will look good for years to come. Each one is as individual as the person you decide to give one to as a gift.

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