Edwardian Small 9ct Gold Pearl and Angel Skin Coral Horseshoe Tie Pin

The horseshoe is a symbol of good luck and protection from evil, which became popular around 1880 due to an increase in superstition. The story comes from the European fairytale of the blacksmith and his dealings with the devil. The smith makes a pact with a malevolent being (commonly the devil or death) selling his soul for power, then tricks the devil out of his prize. As a blacksmith was considered a 'lucky trade', the horseshoe became the ultimate symbol for luck and protection from evil and negative energy. This lovely gold pin is set with pearls and angel skin coral, and looks superb on a colourful silk tie. All our pins come with a stopper.