Amulet
Amulets and talismans are objects believed to hold magical properties, such as bringing good luck, repelling evil, curing illnesses, or attracting the opposite sex. These amulets were used by keeping near the person or object they were supposed to influence.[1]
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Non-exhaustive list of amulets
- Rabbit's feet
- Four-leaf clovers
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- Gemstones
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- Garlic
- Horseshoes
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Non-exhaustive list of talismans
- Crucifix
- Holy water
- Mezuzah
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- Saint Christopher medal
- Consecrated hosts
- Lucky penny
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Further reading
- Gonzalez-Wippler, Migene. Complete Book Of Amulets & Talismans. (Llewellyn, 2001; ISBN 0-87542-287-X).
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