If we have to mention one of the innumerable positive things that the art of tattooing has, it is the ability to capture on our skin all kinds of symbols and elements with which to transmit according to what types of beliefs and / or aptitudes. Today, we will talk about one of the main symbols of good luck. That's right, the horse shoe tattoos They are a great way to always carry with us a good luck charm.
La herradura as such it has been won over time its function as a protection amulet or talisman, capable of warding off evil spirits and providing protection or good luck to its bearer. And, as I have said before, horseshoes are one of the most popular and well-known good luck charms in the world. For all of it the horseshoe is seen as a symbol of good luck and fertility.
As a tattoo design, the horse shoe can be displayed as a symbol of good luck. or directly join other icons also related to good fortune and protection. We are talking about dice or four-leaf clovers, to name a few.
In many homes in Europe, and especially in North America, horseshoes are nailed to the doors of houses and barns. Depending on the culture or traditional belief, the horseshoe is usually shown facing up or down. And it is that, depending on the orientation of the horseshoe, its interpretation varies. A horseshoe with upturned ends acts as a container for good luckWhile a horseshoe with the ends down, acts as an umbrella to avoid bad luck.
On the other hand, we cannot put aside the relationship between the horseshoe and the horse as such. And it is that, although we have already talked about the horse tattoosIt is interesting to remember that having one or several copies of this animal, we would have a symbol of prosperity and, therefore, of good luck.
