Horseshoe Tattoos

Horseshoe tattoos are symbolic of what is probably the most notorious lucky charm or good luck piece in the West. Amidst the ancient Romans, who fabricated the horseshoe, the U-shape was trusted to protect from evil.

Also, the U-shape was also affiliated with a crescent moon and therefore fertility. In accordance with more recent customs, horseshoes placed over doorways protected a home's occupants, occasionally pointing down to drain off bad luck, most often pointing up, to hold good luck.

The Meaning Of Horseshoes In Dreams

To dream of a horseshoe, indicates a growth in business and lucky
betrothals for women.

To see a broken one, ill fortune and disease is indicated.

To come across a horseshoe hanging on a fence, implies that your interests will increase beyond your most hopeful predictions.

To pick up one in the road, you will receive profit from a source
you know not of.

More About Their Significance In Tattoos

In the world of tattoo, horseshoes generally point up, are often accompanied by a banner that says "lucky", and many times are accompanied by other lucky items such as dice or cards.