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Embrace good fortune with “Fortuna Mecum” – a handcrafted 925 sterling silver ring that fuses the classic cornetto horn and protective mano cornuta for courage and luck.
Shop NowTalking about coral without mentioning Italy means leaving it without a home: it would be like talking about the Vesuvius without mentioning Naples.
In this post we talk generally about the History of the traditional Italian Cornicello
Let's recap the technical specifications of this amulet for enhancing its maximum apotropaic power.
The shape is essential to call luck against the Evil Eye.
The form recalls unambiguously an erected phallus.
Embrace good fortune with “Fortuna Mecum” – a handcrafted 925 sterling silver ring that fuses the classic cornetto horn and protective mano cornuta for courage and luck.
Shop NowThe material have always been very important for the apotropaic value of these amulets.
Amber has electrostatic powers: so tradition says it calls good things!
For sure an Italian Horn Gold amulet or a cornicello in silver are harbingers of good fortune since the precious metals are a symbol of wealthy and richness.
Today we'll talk about the most Iconic Italian Cornicello: the coral hornlet
So let's go moe in depth with the red one...
Red Italian Coraljewelry in 18 kt Gold or in White Silver 925% - Certificate Included
Red Coral JewelryRed coral has long been associated with various superstitions and beliefs in different cultures throughout history. Let's figure out a few examples:
Note: In this post of our Blog we recently talked about the difference between the Red Coral Horn and evergreen Gold Italian Horn.
Why is red coral the traditional material for Italian horns? Learn the secrets of Mediterranean craftsmanship and its role in spiritual protection.
Read the PDF NowA small note: If the color of the coral suddenly changed, I would honestly be much more worried that I had stumbled upon one of the thousands of imitations lurking around the corner. If it only changed its luster, on the other hand, it might be entirely normal in the case of very acidic sweating or use of external chemicals.
It's important to understand that these beliefs and superstitions surrounding red coral are not supported by scientific evidence. They are based on cultural traditions, folklore, and ancient beliefs. While red coral may hold cultural and symbolic significance for some individuals, it's essential to approach these beliefs with a critical and open mindset.
On the other hand, and I want to be very clear, you cannot expect coral to cure diseases: for these things leave it to science and medicine.
For centuries red coral jewelry has been considered a lucky charm. It is actually correct to say that the natural structure of the coral, looking like a branch, makes it very suitable to be transformed into the form of the famous horns.
But you're really interested in the significance and into the historical roots of the "italian Cornicello"
The coral horn is an amulet that, traditionally, brings good luck. It is given especially to children for protection: in many paintings of the 1500’s you can see children with a small horn or a coral branch.
Famous, in this regard, is one of the most famous paintings by Piero della Francesca (for its history, please refer to Wikipedia): Jesus is wearing coral!
Question: does the branch look similar to the human circulatory system?
Genuine Red Italian Coral Horn for your Lucky Charm Bracelet.
Red Coral HornThis small talisman must have three characteristics: red, twisted and must be given as a gift.
Let’s see why:
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Red italian HAND in coral (the so called "figa"), traditional italian red coral's hand that grab luck.
Hand Figa in Red CoralThis amulet, as said, was given in gold too; but, for tradition, against the evil eye, misfortune and disease, coral (especially the red one) is the talisman stone par excellence.
If you want the one all in gold: the meaning will the same just the material will be different ... and more red!
So Italian Horn Jewelry should be coral or gold? I would say Ferrari (the top of Italian production) is red too.
The belief is that the so-called "red gold" is perceived as a symbol of fertility. We cannot forget, in fact, its use, from ancient times until today, in the amulets of magical sexuality and natural medicine.
The Coral Horn is not more than the chastened deviation of the amulet par excellence, the coral phallus.
Donate it freely, without restraint. Anyone, even the most refractory person, deep down, will be glad of the gift that is received, a protection against misfortune: it is not true but I believe in it!
If my son Marco does it, the more reason for me to do it ...
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